Art Nouveau Cut Glass Scent Bottle by Henry Bushell & Co, Birmingham, 1902

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Description

A fine edwardian cut glass vanity scent bottle dating to 1902, displaying elegant art nouveau influences and richly detailed decorative … Read more A fine edwardian cut glass vanity scent bottle dating to 1902, displaying elegant art nouveau influences and richly detailed decorative craftsmanship.

the substantial cut glass body is fitted with a sterling silver hinged flip-top cover, beautifully hand chased with repoussé decoration depicting naturalistic foliate, floral and stylised motifs. The flowing ornamentation gives the piece the distinctive organic character associated with the art nouveau period.

the bottle retains its original cut glass stopper, while the hinged silver cover remains secure and functional. Fully hallmarked for birmingham 1902.

presented in good antique condition with only minor age-related surface marks. The sterling silver is free from noted holes, bruises or damage, while the cut glass remains free from chips and interior blooming.

the piece remains free from later engraved presentation inscriptions or monograms and is very clean and ready for use or display.

product details

material: sterling silver, cut glass
period: edwardian / art nouveau
hallmarked: birmingham, 1902
maker: henry bushell & co

dimensions

height: 122 mm
diameter of the cover: 46 mm
diameter of the rim: 28 mm
diameter of the body: 89 mm
gross weight: 338 grams

condition

in good condition. No damage, holes or bruises to the silver. No chips or blooming to the glass. The cover closes securely and the cut glass stopper is present.

free from any later engraved presentation inscriptions or monograms. Some minor age-related surface marks. See less