Pair of Large Paris Porcelain Figural Mantel Urns

France, last quarter 19th century, two part form, white and celestial blue porcelain with gilt, featuring finely hand-painted with floral decoration, comprising a large vasiform urn over a tripodal pedestal with three bisque upright lions holding a floral shield, over a conforming triangular terrace and scrolled feet, unmarked.

17 3/4 x 8 x 8 in.

Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina

Some rubbing to the gilt; one lower terrace corner with small chip.