French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Perfume Set With 10" Bottles and Covered Box, c.1900

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An elegant and substantial French Art Nouveau perfume set dating to the turn of the 20th century, consisting of two … Read more An elegant and substantial French Art Nouveau perfume set dating to the turn of the 20th century, consisting of two large perfume bottles and a matching covered box, all housed in richly detailed gilt bronze mounts. The set features pierced openwork frames adorned with high-relief floral motifs and jewel-like cabochon glass accents, paired with beveled glass panels throughout. At an impressive 10 inches tall, the perfume bottles are larger than typically encountered examples, giving the set strong visual presence when displayed on a vanity, dressing table, or console. The flowing lines, naturalistic flowers, and finely chased gilt surfaces reflect the refined craftsmanship and decorative language of the Belle Époque period. Offered as a complete matching set, this is a striking survivor from the height of French Art Nouveau decorative arts.

COLLECTOR'S NOTE
French Art Nouveau perfume sets of this type were produced in Parisian workshops around 1900 for the luxury vanity market, combining beveled glass with finely cast and chased gilt bronze mounts. The flowing floral ornament, pierced metalwork, and gently asymmetrical contours reflect the Art Nouveau movement’s embrace of organic form and decorative unity. Sets incorporating large-scale perfume bottles, such as these impressive 10-inch examples, were made in smaller numbers and intended as focal display pieces rather than everyday toiletries. Over time, such sets were frequently separated or damaged, making complete or near-complete examples increasingly uncommon today. Collectors tend to value these works for the quality of their metalwork, the harmony of the ensemble, and their decorative presence—qualities that allow this set to display beautifully while retaining its historical integrity.

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