Pair of Canton porcelain covered vases, China, 19th century Baluster-shaped, each vase is flanked by a pair of handles in the shape of a dog's head holding a ring in its mouth. The sides and necks are decorated with reserves, figures, flowers, birds and butterflies on a gold background of foliage and flowers. The lids are decorated in the same style, while the handles feature a Fô dog in the round, its paw resting on a ball. H. 48.5 cm (chip on the ring of one handle, chips on the neck)