Property of a Chicago Lady

The group appearing in overall good condition. There is slight variation in height between the pairs of vases.

The covered jars with scattered pitting to the porcelain from the firing process. One of the covers having a few minute flake chips to the lip consistent with age and gentle use. This example also having yellow discoloration from adhesive residue, not visible when lid is in place. One of the covered jars has a somewhat deeper and more saturated blue color than the other.

The hexagonal vases appear in fairly good condition with heavy surface dirt to the interiors and underside. One handle of one vase with a few minor cracks, not appearing to impact stability. There is an accumulation of surface dirt and minor discoloration on the body of the vase behind the handles.

The phoenix vases with scattered pits and minor areas of discoloration to the porcelain. One having a minute flake chip to the foot rim. All items with moderate shelf wear consistent with age and moving.

The items in this lot are 20th Century. 

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