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Small French Palais Royal Ormulu and Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880
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Small French Palais Royal Ormulu and Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

19th century
Sold 30 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is an exquisite and unusual 19th Century French ormulu mounted clear glass scent bottle. The small square glass body with an ormulu neck. The conforming hinged lid inset with a glazed cabochon decorated with a spray of flowers. Opens to reveal the original clear glass stopper.

Dimensions:

Height: 5m / 2 inches.

Base : 2cm x 2cm / 0.7 inches x 0.7 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass and ormulu mounts in very good condition.

Ceramic cabochon in good condition.

Strong hinge.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Ormolu Scent Bottle to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1176023
Dealers Internal Reference
NOVE99
Description
This is an exquisite and unusual 19th Century French ormulu mounted clear glass scent bottle. The small square glass body with an ormulu neck. The conforming hinged lid inset with a glazed cabochon decorated with a spray of flowers. Opens to reveal the original clear glass stopper.
fig 1. A small antique French glass scent bottle featuring an ornate ormolu top with a floral painted medallion.
fig 1. Small French Palais Royal Ormulu and Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

Dimensions:

Height: 5m / 2 inches.

Base : 2cm x 2cm / 0.7 inches x 0.7 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass and ormulu mounts in very good condition.

Ceramic cabochon in good condition.

Strong hinge.

Delivery:

fig 2. A small antique French glass scent bottle featuring an ornate ormolu top with a floral painted medallion.
fig 2. Small French Palais Royal Ormulu and Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Ormolu Scent Bottle to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1176023
Dealers Internal Ref
NOVE99
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
Location
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 137
Items Sold 2,220
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A small antique French glass scent bottle featuring an ornate ormolu top with a floral painted medallion.
SMALL FRENCH PALAIS ROYAL ORMULU AND GLASS SCENT BOTTLE, CIRCA 1880
Ref: SA1176023
A small antique French glass scent bottle featuring an ornate ormolu top with a floral painted medallion.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Napoleon III
  • MaterialGlass, Ormolu, Gilded Brass
  • ColourGold and Clear
  • MotifsFluted ormolu mount, Hand-painted floral panel, Square cut glass base, Beaded trim
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Palais Royal ormolu items refer to luxury souvenir goods crafted in 19th-century Paris, known for gilded bronze mounts combined with glass, porcelain, or semi-precious stones sold to elite travellers.

These decorative vessels typically combined hand-cut or moulded clear glass with fire-gilded brass (ormolu), often incorporating hand-painted porcelain plaques or reverse-painted glass in the decorative lids.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy fire-gilded brass with natural oxidisation, hand-assembled components, hand-cut glass bases with minor wear consistent with age, and period-appropriate screw or push-fit mount mechanisms.

This piece can be displayed on a mirrored tray atop a dressing table, within a glass-fronted cabinet, or styled on a mantelpiece alongside other small decorative objects to add a touch of period elegance.

Clean the glass gently with a soft cloth and mild soapy water, avoiding harsh chemicals. The ormolu mounts should only be dusted with a dry, soft brush to preserve the historical patina and gilding.
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