Important pair of Renaissance vases in Gien earthenware – early 20th century

E018 Elegant pair of fine enamelled earthenware vases from the Gien factory, French work from the early 20th century. Polychrome historicist decoration inspired by Italian and Rouen Renaissance, including: • cherubs in medallions, • mascarons, • leafy scrolls, • trophies and musical attributes, • ornamental friezes. Very beautiful decorative quality characteristic of the ancient artistic productions of Gien intended for bourgeois interiors and collectors' homes. Mark. Black stamp on the reverse: GIEN FRANCE in intertwined monogram. Dimensions. • Height: 27 cm. • Diameter of the neck: 11 cm. • Diameter of the base: 8 cm. • Weight of the pair: approximately 1.4 kg. Condition. Good presentation condition. Note: • a visible chip inside the neck of one vase, • minimal wear and fine enamel crazing due to age. Dating. Circa 1900–1930.