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What was a chatelaine used for?
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A chatelaine is a decorative hook that is worn on the belt. From the chatelaine hung a series of chains that were designed to hold a number of gadgets or accessories that someone might need during their day. Shop a range of antique and vintage chatelaines on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Victorian Chatelaine Perfume
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Chatelaine Perfume from the 19th Century of gilt and silver gilt metal. Retains original
Category
1870s French Other
Victorian Tiffany Sterling Chatelaine
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Tiffany Sterling Chatelaine from the late 19th Century. Ornate pierced sterling silver
Category
1870s American Curiosities
Lovely Victorian Sterling Chatelaine
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Sterling Chatelaine circa 1870 with all the necessities for the modern woman
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts More Jewelry
English Silver Purse or Chatelaine
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful English silver purse or chatelaine on delicate chain. Graceful design with repousse
Category
Early 20th Century English Rococo Boxes
Materials
Silver
Cherub Sterling Silver Chatelaine Perfume Bottle
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an cherub sterling silver chatelaine perfume bottle. This canteen shaped perfume bottle has
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Nouveau Silver Chatelaine Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an antique Art Nouveau style silver chatelaine box. It comes from Austria with gilt inside
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver