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Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent Bottle, Circa 1890
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Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent Bottle, Circa 1890

19th century
Sold 18 November 2024 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent Bottle, Circa 1890 ” 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 an exquisite 19th Century French ormulu chatelaine scent bottle. The outer case chased all over with trailing flowers, the sides with chain to hang on a chatelaine. The pull-off lid with inner cork.

Dimensions:

Height (excluding chain): 5cm / 2 inches.

Diameter: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £7 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Ormolu Chatelaine Scent Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1093864
Dealers Internal Reference
SEPT79
Description
This is an exquisite 19th Century French ormulu chatelaine scent bottle. The outer case chased all over with trailing flowers, the sides with chain to hang on a chatelaine. The pull-off lid with inner cork.
fig 1. An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap.
fig 1. Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent Bottle, Circa 1890

Dimensions:

Height (excluding chain): 5cm / 2 inches.

Diameter: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £7 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

fig 2. An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap.
fig 2. Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent 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
5cm (1.97")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Ormolu Chatelaine Scent Bottle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1093864
Dealers Internal Ref
SEPT79
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Charming 19th Century French Ormulu Chatelaine Miniature Scent Bottle, Circa 1890

Archive II An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap. View II
Archive III An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap. View III
Archive IV An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap. View IV
Archive V An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap. View V
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 144
Items Sold 2,226
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An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap.
CHARMING 19TH CENTURY FRENCH ORMULU CHATELAINE MINIATURE SCENT BOTTLE, CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1093864
An antique circular ormolu chatelaine scent bottle featuring intricate floral engraving, a suspended hanging chain, and a matching metal cap.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPerfume Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialOrmolu, Brass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFloral engraving, Suspension chain, Ormolu gilding, Capped stopper
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 2.5 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

A chatelaine scent bottle is a small perfume container suspended from a decorative belt hook or waist clip known as a chatelaine, which was widely used by women in the 18th and 19th centuries to carry essential household and personal items.

These pieces were typically crafted using a base metal such as brass or bronze, which was then treated with a mercury gilding process or electrogilding to achieve a rich gold-coloured finish, often complemented by hand-engraved detailing or inset stones.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-accurate casting techniques, natural wear patterns on the gilding corresponding to age, hand-chased or engraved surface motifs, and traditional closure mechanisms such as threaded stoppers.

Antique vanity accessories can be displayed on decorative mirrored trays, inside glass-fronted cabinets, or on dressing tables to add a layer of historical texture and refined metallic detail to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves keeping the items away from moisture and direct sunlight, dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth, and avoiding chemical polishes that can strip the historic gilt surface layer.
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