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Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850
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Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850

19th century
Sold 17 December 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This gorgeous 19th Century Italian Murano Venetian aventurine glass perfume bottle dates circa 1850. Of tapered form, the body decorated with a vibrant copper aventurine glass background and swirling hues of blue, pink, white and turquoise glass.The neck adorned with a gilt metal hinged cap topped with a green glass jewel and fitted with a suspension chain. The hinged lid opening to reveal a clear glass stopper. Although fitted with a chain, the bottle stands upright.

Condition:

Very good.

Lid in good condition.

Glass in very good condition.

No chips or cracks.

Dimensions:

Height;: 7cm / 2.2 inches.

Width: 3.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Depth: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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

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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
7cm (2.76")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Murano Aventurine Glass Scent Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1184734
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC88
Description
This gorgeous 19th Century Italian Murano Venetian aventurine glass perfume bottle dates circa 1850.
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Of tapered form, the body decorated with a vibrant copper aventurine glass background and swirling hues of blue, pink, white and turquoise glass.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The neck adorned with a gilt metal hinged cap topped with a green glass jewel and fitted with a suspension chain. The hinged lid opening to reveal a clear glass stopper. Although fitted with a chain, the bottle stands upright.

fig 1. An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper.
fig 1. Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850

Condition:

Very good.

Lid in good condition.

Glass in very good condition.

No chips or cracks.

Dimensions:

Height;: 7cm / 2.2 inches.

Width: 3.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Depth: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

fig 2. An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper.
fig 2. Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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
7cm (2.76")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Murano Aventurine Glass Scent Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1184734
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC88
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Murano Aventurine Glass Perfume Bottle, Circa 1850

Archive II An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View II
Archive III An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View III
Archive IV An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View IV
Archive V An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View V
Archive VI An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View VI
Archive VII An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper. View VII
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Telephone 07947 998435
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An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper.
RARE MURANO AVENTURINE GLASS PERFUME BOTTLE, CIRCA 1850
Ref: SA1184734
An antique Murano glass perfume bottle featuring brown aventurine glass with swirls of white and blue, topped with an ornate metallic mount and a green stone stopper.
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  • ObjectPerfume Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass, Metal, Stone
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsAventurine copper inclusions, Swirled glass pattern, Chased metal mount, Domed stone topper
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

Aventurine glass, known in Italian as avventurina, originated on the island of Murano in the 17th century. It is characterised by suspended metallic copper crystals that create a shimmering, glittering effect within the glass matrix, requiring precise temperature control to manufacture.

These pieces are typically handcrafted using specialized glassblowing and melting techniques incorporating metallic oxides like copper. Mounts and stoppers often feature metals such as brass, silver, or gilt bronze, sometimes complemented by semi-precious stone cabochons.

Authenticity is determined by examining the irregularity of hand-blown forms, the presence of genuine internal metallic inclusions rather than surface coatings, pontil marks on the base, and the style of the metal mountings consistent with mid-19th-century manufacturing methods.

Such decorative objects can be displayed on a mirrored vanity tray, within a glass-fronted cabinet, or styled on a bookshelf alongside art books to highlight their craftsmanship and catch the light.

Antique glass should be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent temperature fluctuations and fading. Clean only with a dry or slightly damp soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that may damage delicate metal mounts or historic glass surfaces.
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