An antique French Sevres lidded vase, crafted with a brass framework holding a porcelain body. The porcelain section is primarily white, with a hand painted scene depicting a couple in 18th century attire. The man is playing a stringed instrument while the woman reads a book. The scene is painted in soft, muted colors, against a background of a hazy landscape and distant architecture. The brass framework is highly ornate with two scrolled handles and a decorative lid with a finial. Both the base and the lid feature cloisonne enamel work in blues, greens, and reds, adding a layer of intricate detail and color to the overall piece. Circa the late 19th or early 20th century. Antique French Vases And Home Decor Collectibles.