Nailsea glass scent bottle depicting a mythological fish

Nailsea handblown glass scent bottle in the shape of a fish/dragon – or perhaps mythical beast. Beautiful colors – clear glass with royal blue/white and mustard swirling. Has both four tiny feet with three claws on each and three fins atop his back . The extremities have a bit of gold paint applied, the eyes are painted as well. Snout is the opening – with a bit of cork. The glass is paper thin and has the right oily feel –
Period
Victorian

Country

England, 1860 ca

Material

glass

Size

8,5 cm

COD.

248

Labels

antique scent bottles

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