Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1850s.
The box is like a jewel, with a wonderful bright patina and beautifully hand-painted with flowers ; all finished in decorative gilding which is usually very worn, this example does remain very fresh.
The interior houses the four original silver topped (unmarked) crystal bottles sitting amongst the original red velvet lining, all in very clean condition and each retaining it's original glass stopper.
The box is opened with a push button to the front. An exceptional beauty in excellent condition. The box measures 3 1/4" square x 3 1/2" tall; each bottle measures 1 1/4" square x 3 1/8" tall.
Item ID: 35708
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Antique English Hand Painted Papier Mache Scent Bottle Box - Museum Quality
