Bidspirit auction | Pair of Large Quimper Handled
Pair of Large Quimper Handled Amphorae Vases by Henriot Quimper - Two large hand painted amphorae vases with two handles, marked Henriot Quimper on front. Including: - One large vase decorated with four scenes, two depicting a Breton man and woman in traditional clothing and stylized ermine tail, symbol of Brittany and two with botanical decor. The vase is decorated with intricate botanical and geometrical arabesques. Measuring H 20.5 W 12.5 D 12.5 in. Some chips to the base. - One large vase decorated with a family scene in the front, featuring a couple and child in traditional clothing and a wedding scene on the back. The vase is decorated throughout with a decor riche arabesque and stylized ermine tail. Measuring H 21.5 W 12.5 D 11 in. Some scratches and loss of color. Provenance: Floyd and Beverly Sherman's Private Collection No reserve