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 good condition; with minor surface wear and scratches to the enamel consistent with age and use; as noted, the wood bases later; losses to the gold paint of the wood bases; one with a 13⁄4 in. long loss to the wood base; the other with losses to the gilt decoration at the mouth and foot rims of the vase; the vases not examined out of mount; the vases drilled; please note that Christie's does not guarantee the working order of electricity; the shades with minor light staining and fraying.
321⁄2 in. high, including fitments
191⁄2 in. diameter (the shades)
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