Lot 172 , Two 19th century famille rose vases Tallest 26.5cm
Two 19th century famille rose vases Tallest 26.5cm
Estimate £80-120
Tallest vase has a restored section at the top with a hairline crack, face has also been restored and painted over. One of the gold painted handles has painted over chips. Shorter vase has several hairline cracks across one side emanating from one spot on the shoulder. Also has wear to the paint in areas including some flaking and firing cracks to the rim and base. Both pieces have typical minor flaws in the manufacture
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Sold for £85