Lot 88
  • 88

A pair of Louis XV ormolu-mounted Chinese famille verte porcelain vases the porcelain Kangxi (1662-1722); the mounts mid-18th century

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain, bronze
  • height 20 in.
  • 51 cm

Condition

Mounts with some oxidation and rubbing. Please note that the porcelain has not been examined out of mounts. Porcelain with small scattered chips along edges; expected wear to enamels. Crazing to the interior of one. Scattered iron spots inherent to piece.
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