Double Salt And Perfume Bottle In Gold, Sterling Silver, Glass And Sterling Silver Vermeil. France 19th Century

Charming and rare double bottle for salt and perfume.

The bottle is made of glass, with a round cross-section and beveled edges.
It is divided into two compartments, one for the salt, the other for the perfume.

The hinged silver frames and lids are decorated with large leaves forming a crown, laurel friezes, and an interlacing frieze.

18k rose gold ornaments enhance the bottle, contrasting wonderfully with the white silver. These gold elements include two eight-pointed stars, numbered AB, at the top of the stoppers; bands outlining the necks; the hinges; and the push button.

The interior of the stoppers is silver-gilt.

The perfume compartment opens with a small push button; the seal is ensured by a spring-mounted glass plate in the lid.
The second compartment, for the salt, is closed with an emery board.

The bottle is hallmarked:
. Boar's Head for Solid Silver
The gold parts are not hallmarked but have been tested with a touchstone.
A very beautiful, high-quality object, with this magnificent use of gold that allows for a stunning play of color, highlighting the chiseling work of the silver.

13.5 cm long
3.1 cm in diameter
157.18 grams

Very good condition except for minor signs of wear. I have not cleaned the bottle to preserve the perfume scent emanating from it.

Hand delivery in Paris or insured Colissimo shipping.
France: €15
Europe: €20
Worldwide: €35