$500
Samson (French, founded 1873), circa late 19th century. Pair of vases in the Sevres style with bronze mounted vases with gadrooned rim above body decorated with charming hand painted figural courting scenes in idyllic garden setting within gilt accented medallions on pink ground. Vases with lion's head mounts on sides with drop rings, each vessel supported on circular foot surmounting metal octagonal base with beaded accent where meets foot. Marked on interior of each with blue double Louis mark indicating that the items were created by Samson. Approximate height 11.9", diameter of top 4".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-10-17