Rare Pair of 19th Century French Candelabra Vases

A rare pair of 19th century French sevres porcelain and ormolu lidded vases which convert into candelabra. The porcelain bodies are hand painted on the front section with a romantic scene of a courting couple set in the French country side. The back af each vase is painted with a village scene. Signed by the artist E.Sillier. At the top of each vase there is a gilt Rococo style decoration. The vases are supported on a very finely cast bronze and gilded pedestal. The base of each pedestal is a square with a stepped profile and features intricate ormolu work, including a wreath design around the base. Mounted on each side of vases is a finely cast ormolu rams head. In Greek culture the ram figures prominently as a mentor of strength and courage. Set into the top of each vase is a finely cast ormolu final which is reversible into a candelabra. Circa 1860.

Condition Details:
In very good condition showing only a few signs of wear such as small marks or scuffs.