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Georgian Tortoiseshell Silver Perfume Bottle Etui Tool Set Bodkin Tweezers Necessaire
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
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Georgian Tortoiseshell Silver Perfume Bottle Etui Tool Set Bodkin Tweezers Necessaire

19th century
Description

Original Georgian ladies tortoiseshell and silver etui, circa 1820

The case with unmarked silver bezel frame, good hinge and button catch

Fitted with glass scent bottle, bodkin, stiletto/wax scoop and tweezers, missing.

All in good ,sound condition, noting some splitting, chipping and detachment of lid and base panels.

Height of case 2,1/4" or 57mm, weight 29 grams.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
4.3cm (1.69")
Depth
2.6cm (1.02")
Declaration

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Georgian Tortoiseshell Etui Case to the 1800s.

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SA882658
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210415
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Description
Original Georgian ladies tortoiseshell and silver etui, circa 1820

The case with unmarked silver bezel frame, good hinge and button catch

Fitted with glass scent bottle, bodkin, stiletto/wax scoop and tweezers, missing.

All in good ,sound condition, noting some splitting, chipping and detachment of lid and base panels.

Height of case 2,1/4" or 57mm, weight 29 grams.

Height
5.7cm (2.24")
Width
4.3cm (1.69")
Depth
2.6cm (1.02")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this Georgian Tortoiseshell Etui Case to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA882658
Dealers Internal Ref
210415
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Andrew Nethercott Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century

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An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper.
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Archive I An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper.

Georgian Tortoiseshell Silver Perfume Bottle Etui Tool Set Bodkin Tweezers Necessaire

Archive II An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View II
Archive III An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View III
Archive IV An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View IV
Archive V An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View V
Archive VI An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View VI
Archive VII An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper. View VII
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An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper.
Georgian Tortoiseshell Silver Perfume Bottle Etui Tool Set Bodkin Tweezers Necessaire
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An opened Georgian tortoiseshell etui case lined with red velvet, containing a small clear glass perfume bottle with a faceted stopper.
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FAQs

An etui or necessaire is a small decorative pocket case designed during the eighteenth century to hold personal grooming tools, perfume bottles, or sewing implements. These compact cases were crafted for transportability and held items securely in custom-fitted compartments.

Georgian etuis were made using luxury materials such as natural tortoiseshell, silver, gold, shagreen, mother-of-pearl, and enamel. The interiors were often lined with silk, velvet, or leather to protect delicate glass bottles and metallic implements.

Authentic Georgian pieces feature hand-carved tortoiseshell, silver or gold mounts with period-appropriate hallmarks or engraving, and hand-cut glass bottles. Natural tortoiseshell displays subtle irregular mottled patterns and organic warmth under inspection.

A small antique etui is ideal for styling within a glass display cloche, alongside fine leather-bound books on a bookshelf, or placed on a vanity tray to add historical detail to a dressing table.

Keep tortoiseshell items away from direct sunlight, central heating, and excess humidity to prevent warping or cracking. Clean glass components gently with dry cotton, and avoid applying water or liquid solvents directly to the shell or interior fabric.
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