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Fine Art & Decorative Works Day 2

Sat, Jan 17, 2015 09:00AM EST - Sun, Jan 18, 2015 09:00AM EST
Lot 750

Pair of Vases Painted with Red Birds

Estimate: $100 - $300

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British or Continental, early 19th century, molded porcelain vases together with metal base fittings for mounting as lamps, each vase painted with similar red and brown exotic birds on gilded branches with large blue flowers with red centers and gilded leaves, gilded rims at top and bottom, 12-1/4 in. holes drilled in bottom of each for mounting; discoloration inside top rims and on sides from old mounts, now missing, worn gilding overall, some enamel colors abraded, a few surface chips; metal bases are discolored and corroded and metal trim is broken . Provenance: Private Georgia Collection

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