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Beautiful French Gilt Ormolu Mother of Pearl & Turquoise Tussie Mussie / Nosegay / Posy Holder
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Beautiful French Gilt Ormolu Mother of Pearl & Turquoise Tussie Mussie / Nosegay / Posy Holder

19th century
For Sale by The Fancy Fox
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A stunning mid-19th century French tussie mussie with a highly intricate gilt metal posy holder with delicate, shaped, embossed and chased scrolling leaves, stylised flowers and fine pierced detailing and filigree wirework. In the centre of each side is a formed pansy flower, each set with a brilliant blue turquoise as the heart. The handle is mother of pearl with a hooked end, superbly carved on both sides with a flower rising from a clump of leaves and carved reeded bands just below the join with the ormolu. Pinned through the end is a delicate gilt metal chain ending with a small finger ring with striking raised star pattern. c.1860.

It measures 14cm (5 1/2") long and 3cm (1 1/8") wide.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and minimal handling wear. Originally there would have been a pin to hold the posy in place.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this French Ormolu Posy Holder to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159643
Dealers Internal Reference
FA1862
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Description
A stunning mid-19th century French tussie mussie with a highly intricate gilt metal posy holder with delicate, shaped, embossed and chased scrolling leaves, stylised flowers and fine pierced detailing and filigree wirework.
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In the centre of each side is a formed pansy flower, each set with a brilliant blue turquoise as the heart.
The Fancy Fox

The handle is mother of pearl with a hooked end, superbly carved on both sides with a flower rising from a clump of leaves and carved reeded bands just below the join with the ormolu. Pinned through the end is a delicate gilt metal chain ending with a small finger ring with striking raised star pattern. c.1860.

It measures 14cm (5 1/2") long and 3cm (1 1/8") wide.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and minimal handling wear. Originally there would have been a pin to hold the posy in place.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this French Ormolu Posy Holder to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159643
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1862
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
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Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive XIII An antique French gilt ormolu tussie mussie posy holder featuring elaborate pierced metalwork set with a turquoise stone, a carved mother-of-pearl handle, and a finger ring attached by a chain. View XIII
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An antique French gilt ormolu tussie mussie posy holder featuring elaborate pierced metalwork set with a turquoise stone, a carved mother-of-pearl handle, and a finger ring attached by a chain.
Beautiful French Gilt Ormolu Mother Of Pearl & Turquoise Tussie Mussie / Nosegay / Posy Holder
Ref: SA1159643
An antique French gilt ormolu tussie mussie posy holder featuring elaborate pierced metalwork set with a turquoise stone, a carved mother-of-pearl handle, and a finger ring attached by a chain.
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A posy holder, also known as a tussie mussie or nosegay holder, is a small handheld vessel popularised in the 19th century to carry small bouquets of fresh flowers and herbs.

Craftspeople typically constructed these accessories using gilt metals such as ormolu, silver, carved mother-of-pearl, bone, and embellishments like turquoise or seed pearls, often featuring attached finger rings via delicate chains.

Authentic 19th-century examples display intricate pierced metalwork, hand-chased filigree, natural patination, original chain attachments, and fine hand-carved elements such as mother-of-pearl handles.

These decorative objects are best showcased under glass cloches, displayed within framed shadow boxes, or arranged atop a stack of vintage books on a bedroom vanity.

Gently wipe the item with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes or water immersion which can damage organic mother-of-pearl and lift original gilt finishes.
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