Pair of early 20th century Chinese Republic or later porcelain vases. Of slender form with shallow, flared footrims and narrow necks. Decorated with birds amongst flowers and with two lines of calligraphy along the sides. Each stamped in red along the underside with a four-character mark.
Each, height: 10 in x diameter: 2 1/2 in. No visible chips, cracks, or losses. No visible sign of restoration under UV light. No chips to the rim and footrim. Very light wear throughout. Color glazing had faded as expected from age. Wear along the underside, consistent with age and use.