Impressive pair Chinese export vases circa 1850 very large baluster- form famille rose vases, the necks flanked with gilded lions and cubs, each with gilded pairs of dragons between the lions; each with two panels of collaged figures, framed with gilt meander pattern; decorated overall with various cartouches of figures, floral sprays, and books, scrolls, fans, vases, bowls of fruit, musical instruments. Wear to glaze and gilt. Good condition.) H 24.5in