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Rare Victorian Large Perfumery / Apothecary Bottle, Circa 1890
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Rare Victorian Large Perfumery / Apothecary Bottle, Circa 1890

19th century
Sold 25 May 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a gorgeous and very unusual Victorian perfumery square shaped decanter or bottle. The white porcelain shield-shaped label heightened in gilt. The label with inscriptions "Ess. Stephanotis". Fitted with the original sliced-cut stopper. Smooth pontil mark to the base. This most probably originated from a 19th. Century perfume laboratory.

Dimensions:

Height: 23cm / 9 inches.

Base: 8cm x 8cm / 3 inches x 3 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5.00 Royal Mail Tracked 24

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
23cm (9.06")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Apothecary Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1052206
Dealers Internal Reference
FEV68
Description
This is a gorgeous and very unusual Victorian perfumery square shaped decanter or bottle. The white porcelain shield-shaped label heightened in gilt. The label with inscriptions "Ess. Stephanotis". Fitted with the original sliced-cut stopper. Smooth pontil mark to the base. This most probably originated from a 19th. Century perfume laboratory.
fig 1. A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis.
fig 1. Rare Victorian Large Perfumery / Apothecary Bottle, Circa 1890

Dimensions:

Height: 23cm / 9 inches.

Base: 8cm x 8cm / 3 inches x 3 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5.00 Royal Mail Tracked 24

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

fig 2. A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis.
fig 2. Rare Victorian Large Perfumery / Apothecary Bottle, Circa 1890

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
23cm (9.06")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Apothecary Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1052206
Dealers Internal Ref
FEV68
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Victorian Large Perfumery / Apothecary Bottle, Circa 1890

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Archive IV A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis. View IV
Archive V A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis. View V
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 144
Items Sold 2,226
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A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis.
RARE VICTORIAN LARGE PERFUMERY / APOTHECARY BOTTLE, CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1052206
A clear glass Victorian apothecary bottle with a faceted stopper and a decorative paper label reading Ess. Stephanotis.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsFaceted stopper, Moulded glass body, Decorative paper label, Ground glass neck
  • SizeH 23 cm (9 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Victorian apothecary and perfumery bottles typically feature heavy-blown or moulded glass construction, ground-glass stoppers, and often bear applied paper labels, ceramic cartouches, or direct-fired enamel lettering denoting specific essences and compounds.

These vessels were crafted using traditional lead crystal or soda-lime glass, shaped via mouth-blowing into moulds or free-blown by skilled artisans. Stoppers were individually hand-ground to fit each specific neck to ensure an airtight seal.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural signs of age such as pontil marks on the base, tiny trapped air bubbles within the glass matrix, minor surface wear, and characteristic patination or ageing on any original paper labels.

These items can be displayed on open shelving, mantelpieces, or bathroom counters, either grouped together for visual impact or used singly as minimalist floral stems vases to introduce historical texture.

Glass bodies can be gently washed with lukewarm water and mild soap, but paper labels must be kept strictly dry and protected from direct sunlight to prevent fading, staining, or degradation.
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