54 - SCEAUX

SCEAUX Two exceptional “Dutch”-style lidded vases, a matching pair, and their openwork base, decorated on the sides with polychrome interior scenes in the style of Greuze, depicting a mother and her children. The reverse sides are adorned with large birds perched in landscapes. The handles of the openwork lids are formed of roses in relief. Green trim along the rims. Model based on a Sèvres vase. Repairs to the lid on both vases and to the body on one. 18th century Height: 30 cm Provenance for one of them: - Antiq Collection, auction on April 3, 1895, Lot 322. - Papillon Collection, auction on March 10, 1919, Lot 232. - Hôtel Drouot auction, November 16, 1981, Lot 157. - *Ancient Ceramics* by C. Perlès, Volume 14, p. 76.