Good overall condition. A few small chips are visible, particularly on the edges, as shown in the photos. There are signs of wear and patina on the silver stopper. The item remains stable and aesthetically pleasing, without cracks or repairs.
Perfume bottle in crystal and blue overlay glass, hallmarked silver stopper – 19th century
A delightful antique perfume bottle dating from the late 19th century, crafted from clear cut crystal and embellished with cobalt blue overlay glass. The intricate and elegant cutwork is reminiscent of pieces produced by Baccarat or Saint-Louis crystalworks during the same period. The striking contrast between the crystal's transparency and the deep blue is magnified by the interplay of light.
The bottle is topped with a screw-on silver stopper, hallmarked with the lozenge of a French master silversmith, confirming its period manufacture and authenticity. The sculpted and ribbed decoration of the glass, with its twisted and organic forms, is fully in keeping with the eclectic taste of the late 19th century, at the crossroads of Art Nouveau aesthetics.
This type of small, elegant bottle was designed to hold concentrated perfumes or precious essences. It could also be used as a container for scent salts, which were very popular in the 19th century for relieving discomfort. The screw-on cap ensured a perfect seal, making the bottle portable in a toiletry bag or handbag.
Period: Late 19th century (circa 1880-1900)
Style: Eclectic / Pre-Art Nouveau
Creator: Attributable to a major French crystal manufacturer (Baccarat or Saint-Louis style)
Material: Clear crystal and blue overlay glass, hallmarked solid silver stopper
Dimensions:
Condition: Good overall condition. A few small chips are visible, particularly on the edges, as shown in the photos. There are signs of wear and patina on the silver stopper. The item remains stable and aesthetically pleasing, without cracks or repairs.
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Country of origin: France
Period: 1900s
Weight: 43 g
Height: 7.6 cm (2.99 in)
Depth: 1.7 cm (0.67 in)
Material: Clear crystal and blue overlay glass, 800 sterling silver
Width: 2.8 cm (1.10 in)
Number of pieces: 1
Type: Bottle, Vial
Subtype: Salt bottle, perfume bottle, snuff bottle
Style: Victorian / Pre-Art Nouveau
Gender: Unisex
Characteristic: Empty
