A pair of baluster-shaped vases in Paris porcelain with polychrome and gilt decoration. They feature two scrolled side handles adorned with acanthus leaves and terminating in female faces crowned with grapes and oak leaves. The scalloped rims are outlined with a gilt border. Their bodies are decorated with bouquets of flowers including peonies, daisies, and roses. They rest on pedestals with quadrangular bases. The vases are signed "Lg" under the body. Each has a metal receptacle for pouring water inside, allowing for the placement of a bouquet or flowerpots.
Base dimensions: 15 cm x 15 cm (5.9 in x 5.9 in)
Circa: 1850
Dimensions: L: 26 cm, D: 18 cm, H: 46 cm.
Dimensions: W: 10.2 in, D: 7.1 in, H: 18.1 in.
Condition report : In good overall condition. Some wear to the gilding. A very slight crack on the inside of one of the necks.
- Reference :
- 3251
- Width :
- 26 (cm)
- Height :
- 46 (cm)
- Depth :
- 18 (cm)
- Era::
- 19th century
- Style::
- of Paris
- Materials:
- Paris porcelain, gold
- Identify Exists:
- False