Perfume bottle - Silverplated - Purse Perfume Bottle

Purse Perfume Bottle (Antique)

Manufacturer: Lutz & Weiß Workshop (marked "LW" on the neck of the bottle).
Pforzheim, Germany.

Period: Approximately 1900 - 1920 (Jugendstil / Art Nouveau period).
Feminine toilet accessory, flat bottle for concentrated perfume essences.

2. Physical Characteristics

Shape: Oval, with an extra-flat profile, designed to be carried discreetly in a purse or pocket.

Material: Base metal (brass or nickel-silver) silver-plated by electroplating.

Decoration: Rich engraving on both sides, with floral motifs and scroll patterns typical of the Art Nouveau style. The decoration is symmetrical and executed with great precision.

Stopper/Lid: Metal thread closure system, fitted with a white top button, made of bone or celluloid (luxury materials at the time).

Mechanics: Excellent – ​​the thread is functional and the stopper unscrews completely.

Aesthetics: Good – the engraving is visible and clear on both sides. It has a natural patina typical of objects over 100 years old