**NO RESERVE** A Pair of Kinco Gilt Brass Vases with Serpentine Handles, Made for the Persian Market. A striking pair of cylindrical gilt brass vases, each adorned with intricate floral patterns and finely engraved medallions featuring Persian figures in red highlights. The vases feature a flared rim with engraved foliage motifs, while the body is decorated with dense arabesques and repeating floral elements. Each vase is fitted with a pair of elaborate serpentine handles, shaped as stylized dragons with curling tails. The vases bear the mark "KINCO". Smaller vase H: Approximately 15.2cm Larger vase H: Approximately 23cm Provenance: From the collection of a British gentleman, formerly a history professor, assembled over several decades