Bidspirit auction | A Luxurious Rococo Gilt-Brass Ormolu


A Luxurious Rococo Gilt-Brass Ormolu and Glass Etui with Perfume Bottle, France, 18th Century - The etui of gilt brass (Ormolu), decorated in relief with cherubs among flowers, the interior lined with velvet; fitted with a narrow bulbous perfume bottle of faceted glass decorated with gilt tendrils, surmounted by a gilt-silver (Vermeil) stopper similarly decorated with pierced and engraved ornament. Wear consistent with age (does not close fully). Height: 11.5 cm; width: 4 cm (etui); height: 7.5 cm; width: 3.5 cm (bottle) Condition: For a full condition report, please email us at: office@alma.auction.