Three Derby Porcelain Powder Blue Vases

Description:

Three Derby Porcelain Powder Blue Vases, England, 1889-1890, each with raised gilt decoration, a two-handled bottle shape with tropical birds, butterflies, and foliage, ht. 6 1/4; and two similar covered vases, one with butterflies, the other with tropical birds, ht. 4 3/4 in.; printed marks.
Estimate $300-500

Two handled vase: Slight interior rim chip restored; slight gilt rim wear.
Pair of vases: One with gilt rim and footrim wear.


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