Pair of large Chinese export porcelain Rose Medallion garniture vases, baluster form, the body with alternating reserves decorated with flowers, birds and butterflies and scenes of Chinese figures engaged in various activities. Both with gilt rims and applied gilded foo dog handles to upper shoulders. 17 5/8" H. Mid to late 19th century. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)

One with minute fleabites to rim. Both overall good condition with slight overall wear and some light paint streaks extending onto foot ring.