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Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle by Sampson Mordan
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Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle by Sampson Mordan

19th century
Sold 8 October 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
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A large superb quality Victorian embossed silver cologne bottle with internal glass liner and stopper in mint condition by collected maker Sampson Mordan, hallmarked Birmingham 1891. The circular solid silver bottle with embossed floral scroll and birds of paradise decoration to the heavy quality casing, which is formed over an internal glass vessel. The bottle curving in at the top to form a collar with hinged domed snap top lid sat to the top, which has complementing decoration. The hinged lid opening to reveal an immaculate gilt lined interior with large ground glass stopper, which can be used for dabbing the cologne. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded and collectable maker Sampson Mordan along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate unused condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238917
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44241
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Description
A large superb quality Victorian embossed silver cologne bottle with internal glass liner and stopper in mint condition by collected maker Sampson Mordan, hallmarked Birmingham 1891.
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The circular solid silver bottle with embossed floral scroll and birds of paradise decoration to the heavy quality casing, which is formed over an internal glass vessel.
Sturmans Antiques

The bottle curving in at the top to form a collar with hinged domed snap top lid sat to the top, which has complementing decoration. The hinged lid opening to reveal an immaculate gilt lined interior with large ground glass stopper, which can be used for dabbing the cologne. Bears the makers mark for highly regarded and collectable maker Sampson Mordan along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in immaculate unused condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238917
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44241
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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A cylindrical Victorian sterling silver cologne bottle with detailed chased floral scrollwork, bird motifs, and a matching screw cap. SOLD8 OCT 26
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Archive I A cylindrical Victorian sterling silver cologne bottle with detailed chased floral scrollwork, bird motifs, and a matching screw cap. SOLD8 OCT 26

Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle by Sampson Mordan

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A cylindrical Victorian sterling silver cologne bottle with detailed chased floral scrollwork, bird motifs, and a matching screw cap.
Victorian Silver Cologne Bottle by Sampson Mordan
Ref: SA1238917
A cylindrical Victorian sterling silver cologne bottle with detailed chased floral scrollwork, bird motifs, and a matching screw cap.
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  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse scrollwork, Chased floral motifs, Bird imagery, Domed cap
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

During the Victorian period, silver scent and cologne bottles were essential items for personal grooming and dressing tables. Produced by renowned silversmiths, these vessels held liquid perfume or toilet waters and were frequently ornamented with elaborate repousse work, chasing, and engraving reflecting nineteenth-century design trends.

Victorian cologne bottles were primarily manufactured using sterling silver, often featuring detailed repousse and chased surface relief. Artisans hammered the silver from the reverse and detailed the exterior face to produce intricate floral, foliate, scroll, and fauna motifs.

Authentic pieces carry British silver hallmarks stamped into the metal, which include a makers mark (such as S.M for Sampson Mordan), the lion passant for sterling quality, an assay office mark, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Small antique silver vanity items can be displayed on a tray upon a bedroom dressing table, a bathroom counter, or inside a glass display cabinet. Grouping silver objects together creates a curated focal point highlighting fine metalwork.

Clean silver gently using a non-abrasive silver polishing cloth to remove tarnish without stripping decorative detail or natural oxidation in low-relief areas. Avoid immersing the piece in harsh chemical dips and store in a dry environment.
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