A pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted Chinese famille verte style porcelain vases France, late 19th century

The gilt bronze has retained its original gilding, but as consistent with age, use and environmental conditions, one can see light wear to high reliefs, light dirt to crevices and some minute oxidation points in places. No visible restoration to ceramic. Previously mounted as lamps, so the lids are attached. The department encourages interested parties to use our online e-catalogue's zoom function to enjoy magnified and alternate views of this lot.
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A similar pair sold in these rooms October 24, 2012, lot 195 ($15,000).