Large Pari of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases with Gilt Rims, Lotus Design

A decorative pair of Chinese cloisonne vases, each featuring a baluster-form body with a tall flaring neck and everted rim. The vases are richly decorated with colorful lotus blossoms, buds, broad leaves, and aquatic vegetation against a vibrant turquoise-blue ground. Additional details include butterflies, birds, and stylized water motifs incorporated throughout the design. The floral decoration is rendered in multicolored enamels outlined by fine metal cloisons, with shades of yellow, pink, lavender, green, red, and blue. Each vase is accented by geometric and key-pattern borders at the shoulder, rim, and foot, with gilt-metal trim completing the design. The pair displays complementary rather than identical arrangements of the lotus decoration. Dimensions: A vase is 9"W x 18.5"H Weight: Overall: 13.72 lbs. Condition Request Condition Report Good

Estimate:$200

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