Lot 100
  • 100

A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED GREEK GREEN PORPHYRY VASES |

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Haut. 32 cm ; height 12 2/3 in.
the baluster vase flanked with ram heads, the circular base with acanthus leaves

Condition

Illustration is quite accurate. Good overall condition. Tiny marks of oxidation on the bronze mounts. On one vase, the mounts are loose and should be refixed properly. The porphyry vases are in good condition and our specialist has confirmed they are from Louis XVI period.
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