Antique pair of French opaline glass vases Roman Revival 1850-1890

Exquisite and very striking pair of antique French opaline glass vases, decorated in a Roman Revival style, very popular in the mid to late 19th century. Elegant baluster shape and richly decorated medallions with hand painted in beautiful vivid colours cameo portraits of an "Etruscan" lady and Roman Centurion. Excellent condition, some loss of gilt around the neck and the base.

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