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Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870
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Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870

19th century
Sold 8 February 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870” 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.

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Description

This is a gorgeous19th Century French ormulu mounted clear glass scent bottle. The square shaped glass body with ormulu lattice work collar. The conforming bronze dore hinged lid inset with a tinted print of a Paris monument. Opens to reveal the original clear glass stopper. Smooth pontil base.

Dimensions:

Height: 6.5cm / 4.2 inches.

Base : 3.5cm x 3.5cm / 1.2 inches x 1.2 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass and ormulu mounts in very good condition.

Print somewhat faded.

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Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Ormolu Glass Scent Bottle to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1186404
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC78
Description
This is a gorgeous19th Century French ormulu mounted clear glass scent bottle. The square shaped glass body with ormulu lattice work collar. The conforming bronze dore hinged lid inset with a tinted print of a Paris monument. Opens to reveal the original clear glass stopper. Smooth pontil base.
fig 1. An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid.
fig 1. Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870

Dimensions:

Height: 6.5cm / 4.2 inches.

Base : 3.5cm x 3.5cm / 1.2 inches x 1.2 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass and ormulu mounts in very good condition.

Print somewhat faded.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

fig 2. An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid.
fig 2. Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870

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
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Ormolu Glass Scent Bottle to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1186404
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC78
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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Archive I An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fabulous French Palais Royal, Grand Tour, Ormulu Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1870

Archive II An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. View II
Archive III An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. View III
Archive IV An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. View IV
Archive V An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. View V
Archive VI An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
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An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid.
FABULOUS FRENCH PALAIS ROYAL, GRAND TOUR, ORMULU GLASS SCENT BOTTLE, CIRCA 1870
Ref: SA1186404
An antique clear glass scent bottle featuring an ornate gilt ormolu mount and a hand-painted miniature inset on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGrand Tour
  • MaterialGlass, Ormolu, Gilt Bronze
  • ColourClear and Gold
  • MotifsGilt ormolu mountings, Miniature painted lid insert, Moulded glass body
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Palais Royal items were luxury goods sold in Paris arcades during the 19th century, frequently purchased by affluent travellers undertaking the Grand Tour across Europe as elegant souvenirs.

These pieces generally combine hand-cut or mould-blown clear glass or crystal with fire-gilded bronze, commonly known as ormolu, often accented with hand-painted porcelain or miniature plaques.

Authentic items display period-correct casting marks, hand-chiselled details on the ormolu mountings, heavy lead crystal bases with ground pontils, and wear consistent with age.

These small decorative objects look exceptional when grouped on a mirrored vanity tray, styled on a bedroom dressing table, or integrated into a mantelpiece display alongside other cabinet curiosities.

Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, abrasives, or immersion in water which can damage the delicate gilt finish and historic adhesives.
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