Canton
Lidded vases, pair


China, c. 1900
brass, enamel, cobalt and gilt trim
10.25 h x 5 dia in (26 x 13 cm)
10.125 h x 5 dia in (26 x 13 cm)

Each vase features a narrative figural court scene.

Provenance: Rago, Great Estates, 13 September 2014, Lot 1479 | Private Collection

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Smaller example exhibits one filled in area to interior, not visible when lid is attached, measuring 0.5 inch. Both examples with wear including light oxidation and flaking to where finials rest, areas of flaking to brass edges, and scattered enamel inconsistencies, in the firing.