PARIS Pair of porcelain spindle-shaped vases, decorated in sepia on an orange background with allegorical scenes illustrating the Seasons, interpreted by putti. Friezes of palmettes on a pink background on the shoulder and base. Neck decorated with laurel garlands on a pale blue background. Each vase features handles in the shape of winged sphinxes, painted in trompe-l'œil imitation of antique patina bronze. Square base in sea-green marble. Empire period. (Minor wear, chips and restorations on the marble bases). Early 19th century. H. 54.2 cm. Expert : Mr Morgan BLAISE.