Clear glass scent bottle enclosed in an intricate vermeil cage depicts a richly dressed woman with long hair holding a chalice

Clear glass scent bottle in a baroque shape, enclosed in an intricate vermeil cage: a thin and elaborate metal embroidery that almost completely covers the bottle. On the neck and shoulders the open work becomes thicker. The back depicts a richly dressed woman with long hair holding a chalice. She likely represents Mary Magdalene carrying a container of perfume or the Holy Grail. The matching screw cap is even more precious because it adds a three-dimensional touch.
Period
17th century

Country

Spain, 1650 ca

Material

glass and silver or vermeil or gold

Size

9,5 cm

COD.

1236

Labels

antique scent bottles

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