Teardrop-shaped pinchbeck chatelaine scent bottle featuring an antique micromosaic set in onyx, depicting St. Peter’s Square. The center of the micromosaic is composed of tiny glass tesserae—typical of Roman craftsmanship—measuring 19 mm, and is prong-set. The bottle is embellished with two small tangles. Suspension chain with a small ring and hinged stopper.
Period
Late 19th century
Italy, 1870 ca
Glass, metal and stone
3 cm Ø
COD.
1312