A pair of hardstone embellished vases, mid Qing dynasty.

Baluster shape with gilded mascaron handles. Each side attractivly inlaid with shaped plaques of mother-of-pearl, variegated shell, red lacquer and hardstones depicting foreigners bearing tribute. The neck with calligraphy in red against a lustrous black lacquered ground. Height 25.5 cm.

Damages, loss of lacquer.