Germany, circa 1880-1900, two-part forms, each decorated in cobalt with dual entwined snake handles, gilt accents throughout, underside marked with crossed swords.

Larger 19 in.; smaller 15 in.

Collection of a Lady, Aiken, South Carolina

One larger vase has restoration to a snake on each handle; gilt touch-ups throughout; unidentified run from rim downwards on the interior, probably gilt sizing, on both smaller vases.