PAIR MEISSEN PORCELAIN SNAKE-HANDLED VASES.late 19th-early 20th century, underglaze blue crossed swords mark and 29. Amphora-form, reeded below waist, on circular fluted foot, twin-coiled snake handles terminating in acanthus leaves, with gilding throughout - 15 in. tall. Estimate $800-1,200
PROVENANCE: Alice Pike Barney Collection. To be sold for the benefit of the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library, Fredericksburg, VA.
One with two incised lines through mark, rubbed gilding consistent with age. No chips, cracks or repairs. In overall very good condition.
