(pair) German etched earthenware pottery vases, Villeroy & Boch - Mettlach, incised and decorated reserves with putti emblematic of the four seasons, artist's initials EG (?), model no. 1537, impressed "Abbey" mark underfoot, approx 14"h, 6"diam; 8.5lbs total

4.8.24-In my opinion regarding LOT: 2169-A UV examination shows a small scratch/hairline in the glaze of one, what it appears to be some sort of lettering underfoot, and a possible professional repair at the shoulder of one, this is very hard to discern, there is nothing apparent…the glaze is very dark here and fluoresces greenish under UV light, so I am unsure if this is indeed a repair, there are no apparent chips to either, I note only some intrinsic glaze variation, slight wear to raised decoration and underfoot, both would likely benefit from a good cleaning, I have taken numerous images for your review.

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