A superb pair of good size Paris or Brussels porcelain Medici vases (krater form), each measuring circa 29,5cm in height and together weighing 2691g, decorated in polychrome enamels to depict portraits of Peter Paul Rubens and sir Anthony van Dyck to the front, in an oval pearled gold frame on black ground with abundant ornamentation in gold enamels, the handles adorned with gilt rams´ heads. Very fine work, estimated to be from the second quarter of the 19th century, circa 1830. Condition: One vase restored, see pictures, the other good. Minimal wear commensurate with age. See pictures for a more detailed overview. This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.