An impressive and rare pair of large Imari Japanese porcelain vases,   165 cms high, dating back to last quarter of 19th century. Features a spring floral motif in cobalt blue, red and white with gold trim.  They are decorated with four tableaux with plants, birds,vegetal elements and flower vases. Unusual large size,  they have a wide flaring form with ruffled rim painted inside with red flowers. They stand on a porcelain basement  (24 cm high), painted with the same decoration motif and a carved and ebonized wooden one, 15 cm high, for a total height of 165 cms. Marked on the bottom, see image detail. Excellent condition- no cracks or chips.