Fine Example of a Pair of Samson of Paris Ardmorial Hand Decorated Vases of bulbous form and small proportions, complete with original covers with fo Dog finials, late Nineteenth Century. This Chinese style pieces are hand decorated with floral motifs and the Crest of the Stafford Family, who's one time power and fortune declined during the 18th Century. he motto underneath the crest reads "ABSTULIT QUI DEDIT" roughly translates "He who gave it took it" Condition: Mint condition with no wear to gilding. Base marks typical Samson pseudo Chinese markings.
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