Princesbeak scent bottle with an antique real micromosaic set in onix, showing the Saint Peter Square

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

Country

Italy, 1870 ca

Material

Glass, metal and stone

Size

3 cm Ø

COD.

1312

Labels

antique scent bottles

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