THE PORCELAIN 19TH CENTURY, THE ORMOLU LATE 19TH CENTURY

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Overall in good, decorative condition and ready to place. The ormolu with typical light rubbing, oxidation, some tarnish and verdigris. With a slight build up of surface dirt in crevices. Some areas of minor refreshment to the gilding. The ormolu with some inherent casting imperfections from the making. Each scrolled handle with a vacant hole to the interior, possibly originally with an additional decorative element. One handle also with a vacant hole to the exterior, possibly previously with small grape cluster. The porcelain with very minor surface wear, minor fritting, the interior with some minor pitting. One example with some adhesive reside to the interior. The underside of each vase visible and unmarked, not examined out of mounts.