An English Blue John Vase 19th century

with later gilt-bronze mounts.

Blue John in good condition. Old repaired break to top of the neck at join with gilt-bronze gadrooned collar, with some minor inpainting which is not readily apparent to the naked eye. A few very minor nicks to edge of shoulder of vase. Blue John pedestal Base with infilled and inpainted chips. Sturdy gilt-bronze with minor areas of dirt and wear.
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