Palais Royal presentation: carriage clock-shaped case in cut crystal with glass scent bottle

Palais Royal presentation: carriage clock-shaped case in cut crystal, rimmed in brass with four feet and handle. The box opens at the front to reveal a scent bottle nested in a metal circolar support hinged to the opening door. The cap probably had a print with a view of Paris now missing.
Period
Late 19th century

Country

France, 1880 ca

Material

glass and metal

Size

7 cm

COD.

373a373

Labels

antique scent bottles

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