Perfume flask - 14kt gold - Travel-sized perfume bottle.

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€ 45
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Jeroen Zoetmulder
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Selected by Jeroen Zoetmulder

Has over 30 years of experience in archaeology and is an appraiser specialising in archaeological objects.

Estimate  € 500 - € 550
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€45
PT
€3
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€2

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This French travel perfume bottle from around 1850–1900 is made of cut crystal with a 14-carat gold mount and hinged stopper, and comes in its original case.

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Crystal-cut flacon in a gold mount, with its original case – 19th century

Delicate perfume bottle in cut crystal with a geometric lozenge motif, resting on a faceted footed base.
The neck is topped by a hinged cap finely chiseled in gold, decorated with raised relief motifs.

The bottle is kept in its original black-leather-covered case, with a red silk and velvet-lined interior shaped to fit.

This type of miniature bottle, refined and precious, was intended to be carried in a lady’s vanity set or used while traveling.

• Period: 19th century (circa 1850-1880, Second Empire style)
• Materials: cut crystal, gold mount and cap
• Bottle dimensions: 10 cm x 4 cm

Excellent overall condition considering age. Signs of wear and marks on the case and its interior lining. Mount shows patina and gilding wear. Small inner glass stopper preserved. See photographs for detailed condition.

Photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.

The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Crystal-cut flacon in a gold mount, with its original case – 19th century

Delicate perfume bottle in cut crystal with a geometric lozenge motif, resting on a faceted footed base.
The neck is topped by a hinged cap finely chiseled in gold, decorated with raised relief motifs.

The bottle is kept in its original black-leather-covered case, with a red silk and velvet-lined interior shaped to fit.

This type of miniature bottle, refined and precious, was intended to be carried in a lady’s vanity set or used while traveling.

• Period: 19th century (circa 1850-1880, Second Empire style)
• Materials: cut crystal, gold mount and cap
• Bottle dimensions: 10 cm x 4 cm

Excellent overall condition considering age. Signs of wear and marks on the case and its interior lining. Mount shows patina and gilding wear. Small inner glass stopper preserved. See photographs for detailed condition.

Photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.

The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
0 g
Gold type
14kt gold
Title additional information
Travel-sized perfume bottle.
Country of origin
France
Material
Crystal, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
10 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
BelgiumVerified
1898
Objects sold
100%
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