A pair of Japanese bronze and mixed metal bottle vases, Meiji period, the necks applied with a pair of scrolled handles, decorated with copper alloy, gold and silver inlay in low relief with birds amid foliage, unsigned Dimensions 36cm high, patchy patina Condition Report Both vases with evidence of polishing which has removed some of the original patination around the mixed metal inlaid areas and to the handles. One of the rims has two small nicks to the edge, otherwise in reasonable condition.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.