Lot 165 , A pair of large Chinese blue and white ovoid jars and associated covers, 19th century, 34.5cm high, damage and repairs

A pair of large Chinese blue and white ovoid jars and associated covers, 19th century, each painted with a mythical beast seated on rocks amid flowers, blossoming trees and butterflies, double circle to base, 34.5cm high, damage and repairs
£600-800

Condition:
The covers are matched and do not fit the vases properly. One of the vases is badly broken and re-glued with a large chip to the neck. The second jar has a splinter chip to the unglazed rim with associated curving cracks extending to the shoulder, both with typical minor glaze imperfections.

Sold for £440