The more I look at it the more convinced I am that, certainly in style, it's probably French. What do others think? The guilding seems to be worn in places, which could suggest it has at least a bit of age, but reproductions can be very convincing. I'd hate to even try a guess at its age without being able to hold it. The artwork, as you'd probably agree with your background, isn't outstanding, nevertheless an interesting vase, although not my cup of tea.
