Pair Antique Figurative Painted Paris Porcelain Apothecary Urns with Lids

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This pair of wonderful Paris porcelain apothecary ( pharmacy ) urns and covers feature the hand-painted portraits of two gentlemen on one side, likely Hippocrates and Galen, and serpents and palm trees on other side, on cobalt blue grounds with gilded decorations.  Signed "Paul Lefebure, Rue de L'Odeon 13 Paris" for the pharmacy supplier.  Each measures 19 inches (48 cm).  Condition of each is very good.  There are scratches, nicks and small losses and wear, consistent with age.  

Item Details

Reference #:
ha-1728
Quantity
1
Category
Ceramics & Porcelain
SubCategory
Porcelain
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
Mid-Late 19th C
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
x x
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Very Good
Material
porcelain