Pair of large Canton vases in enameled porcelain, China, late 19th/early 20th century Famille Rose decoration of palace scenes in large medallions surrounded by flowers and fruit, lobed rim, applied handles in the form of pairs of Buddhist lions facing each other, chilong dragons applied to the shoulder, two levels of lotus panels at the foot, lamp-mounted. One lamp with chips and restorations to the base, the other with a crack under the base. H. 62.4 cm (excluding mount)

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