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Fabulous Victorian Silver Aesthetic Movement Scent Bottle by Sampson Mordan, London 1881
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Fabulous Victorian Silver Aesthetic Movement Scent Bottle by Sampson Mordan, London 1881

19th century
Sold 5 December 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a rare and fabulous solid silver Aesthetic movement scent bottle made by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan and dated London 1881. Of cylindrical form, it is finely engraved with Aesthetic movement motifs; an ow, a stork, birds and butterflies amidst prunus flowers leafy bamboo shoots and a pond landscape. Fitted with its original glass cut glass stopper. Glass inner body and gilt interior. All parts of the scent bottle hallmarked.

Hallmarks:

SM&Co for Sampson Mordan & Co.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "F" for 1881.

Dimensions:

Height: 5.5 cm / 2.1 inches.

Diameter of base: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Excellent.

No dings or dents.

Strong hinge

Good lid fit. Snaps shut.

Inner glass in perfect condition.

Glass stopper in perfect condiiton.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1183417
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC94
Description
This is a rare and fabulous solid silver Aesthetic movement scent bottle made by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan and dated London 1881.
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Of cylindrical form, it is finely engraved with Aesthetic movement motifs; an ow, a stork, birds and butterflies amidst prunus flowers leafy bamboo shoots and a pond landscape.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Fitted with its original glass cut glass stopper. Glass inner body and gilt interior. All parts of the scent bottle hallmarked.

Hallmarks:

SM&Co for Sampson Mordan & Co.

London Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "F" for 1881.

Dimensions:

Height: 5.5 cm / 2.1 inches.

Diameter of base: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Excellent.

No dings or dents.

Strong hinge

Good lid fit. Snaps shut.

Inner glass in perfect condition.

Glass stopper in perfect condiiton.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183417
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC94
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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A cylindrical silver Victorian scent bottle engraved with naturalistic motifs including a heron and an owl.
FABULOUS VICTORIAN SILVER AESTHETIC MOVEMENT SCENT BOTTLE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, LONDON 1881
Ref: SA1183417
A cylindrical silver Victorian scent bottle engraved with naturalistic motifs including a heron and an owl.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHand-engraved wildlife, Heron and rushes, Owl in cartouche, Asymmetrical nature scenes
  • SizeH 5.5 cm (2 in) x W 2.5 cm (1 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

The Aesthetic Movement emerged in the late nineteenth century, emphasising art for arts sake with heavy influences from Japanese art, featuring asymmetrical nature motifs such as birds, reeds, and insects.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid sterling silver using techniques such as hand engraving, chasing, and sometimes gilding on the interior, often produced by notable silversmiths.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark for sterling silver, a town mark such as the leopards head for London, and a date letter.

Such small decorative objects are ideal for display on a vanity tray, within a glass-fronted cabinet, or styled on a bookshelf alongside other curiosities to add a layer of historical detail.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a soft microfiber cloth and a mild, non-abrasive silver polish specifically formulated for antiques, avoiding excessive rubbing on engraved details.
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