What are moulded glass scent bottles?

These are decorative perfume vessels produced primarily during the 1920 and 1930 decades in the Art Deco style. They combine sculptural stoppers and textured glass bodies to serve as both functional containers and miniature artworks.

How were these scent bottles used?

Owners kept them on dressing tables to store and dispense fine perfumes during daily routines. The decorative stoppers sealed the contents while adding visual elegance to vanity displays.

How do I date these glass bottles?

Dating relies on stylistic markers associated with the 1920 and 1930 periods, alongside specific manufacturing signatures. The geometric and botanical motifs characteristic of Art Deco help place these objects within the interwar years.

Are original boxes important?

Original paper and cardboard presentation boxes provide valuable context and confirm the intended pairing of the vessel. Surviving packaging adds historical completeness to the scent bottle.