Pair of 1970's Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Vase with Bird & Flower Marked

Each is 8 inches (20.3 cm) tall by 5.1 inches (13 cm) wide. Total weight is 2.3 Lb.

They have surface wears (as seen in the photos).

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