Pair of large alabaster covered vases carved with... Lot 292

Pair of large alabaster covered vases carved with large acanthus leaves, pearl friezes, dolphins emerging from flowering baskets and foliage, the handles formed by swans. They stand on a round pedestal base and a square pedestal. The lids surmounted by a leafy grip. 19th century (restorations mainly to one of the two lids) On quadrangular sheaths, with steps, painted in imitation of green marble (small chips) Total height H: 105 - W: 32 cm Sheaths H: 82 - W: 37 - D: 37 cm Provenance: Jean LEFEVRE Collection (1908- 1965), architect. PAIR OF LARGE COVERED VASES CARVED ALABASTER NINETEENTH CENTURY