A PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE ORMOLU-MOUNTED CHINESE PORCELAIN VASES the gilt bronze 19th century, the porcelain 18th century, enamels added later

Gilt bronze with some light rubbing, oxidation and surface dirt; not extensive. In good condition. Porcelain cut down at the necks. Originally with gilt decoration, green and red color and gilding in red reserves added later, most likely in England in the early 19th century. Gilding outlining red reserves original and with now with rubbing. One vase with remnants of pink slip inside. Minor surface imperfection to porcelain due to second firing. In good condition.
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