Carnelian and red gold scent bottle in a richly decorated cage with suspension miniature hand

  • 987a
  • 987b
  • 987c
  • 987d
Carnelian and red gold scent bottle closed in a richly decorated cage; ivory or bone wand with “chinese hat” stopper; a tiny perfect hand with an elegant cuff holds the suspension chain.
Period
Early 19th century

Country

France, 1830 ca

Material

metal and hardstone

Size

4,5 cm

COD.

987

Labels

antique scent bottles

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