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Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780
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Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780

18th century
Sold 30 April 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780” 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 delightful 18th Century silver pique tortoiseshell etui* is of tapering form and is charmingly inlaid with a silver cartouche on both sides and heightened with pique floral garlands. The silver base and top are rather unusual and have made the etui less vulnerable to damage. It is indeed in very good condition for the age. Functioning Push button mechanism at the front.

In Georgian times, etuis* - word of French origin - were very popular, they were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, vanity items.

Dimensions:

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width at base: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Width at top: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good for the age.

Tortoiseshell in very good condition.

Minor loss of tortoiseshell on one corner, barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1139018
Dealers Internal Reference
APR68
Description
This delightful 18th Century silver pique tortoiseshell etui* is of tapering form and is charmingly inlaid with a silver cartouche on both sides and heightened with pique floral garlands. The silver base and top are rather unusual and have made the etui less vulnerable to damage. It is indeed in very good condition for the age. Functioning Push button mechanism at the front.
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In Georgian times, etuis* - word of French origin - were very popular, they were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, vanity items.
Julie Cartwright Antiques
fig 1. A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background.
fig 1. Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780

Dimensions:

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width at base: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Width at top: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good for the age.

Tortoiseshell in very good condition.

Minor loss of tortoiseshell on one corner, barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.

fig 2. A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background.
fig 2. Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

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
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1139018
Dealers Internal Ref
APR68
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Silver Mounted Pique Tortoiseshell Scent Bottle Etui, Circa 1780

Archive II A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. View II
Archive III A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. View III
Archive IV A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. View IV
Archive V A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. View V
Archive VI A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background.
GEORGIAN SILVER MOUNTED PIQUE TORTOISESHELL SCENT BOTTLE ETUI, CIRCA 1780
Ref: SA1139018
A small, dark brown tortoiseshell etui featuring inlaid silver pique work in floral and shield motifs, viewed against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectEtuis & Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSilver pique inlay, Floral sprays, Shield cartouche
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

An etui is a small ornamental case used in the 18th century to hold small necessities such as tweezers, toothpicks, scissors, or scent bottles. In the Georgian era, these portable containers served as status symbols and functional accessories for the elite.

These pieces were typically constructed using natural tortoiseshell inlaid with gold or silver pique work, involving tiny pins and strips of metal pressed into heated shell to create intricate floral or geometric patterns.

Authentic pieces from the 18th century exhibit hand-cut silver mounts, natural variations in the mottled brown tortoiseshell under magnification, and traditional pin-inlay pique work without modern adhesives.

Such miniature objects are ideally placed on a library desk, mantelpiece, or glass display cabinet where their tactile surface and historical craftsmanship can be appreciated up close.

Tortoiseshell is organic and sensitive to extreme dryness, moisture, and direct sunlight, which can cause warping or cracking. It should be kept in a stable environment away from direct heat and cleaned only with a soft, dry cloth.
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