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Merman Centaur Goddess Maiden Mermaid Enamel Perfume Bottle Vinaigrette Antique

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INDULGE IN A MUSEUM QUALITY PERFUME BOTTLE VINAIGRETTE DECORATED WITH HAND PAINTED NEOCLASSICAL ENAMEL IMAGES OF MERMEN, CENTAUR, GODDESS MAIDENS, AND FISH IN A BUCOLIC PASTORAL SCENE OF EXTRAORDINARY BEAUTY. THE PERFUME IS SILVER GILT AND DATES TO CIRCA 1850-1900. The enamel images on the perfume are as fine and wonderful as we have ever seen. The classical subject matter is absolutely stunning. On one side is a goddess maiden rising out of the water on the back of a merman with another merman rising out of the water and holding her robes. There is a fish in the water and the background includes a cloud filled sky, with a tower and trees. On the other side, the goddess maiden is climbing onto the back of the magnificent centaur who kneels by the side of a stream with a temple in the background. The cap is further adorned with elegant geometric flower motif designs in enamel. The classic images from mythology are absolutely exquisite and the work of a master enamel artisan of the highest quality. The perfume bottle is silver gilt. The perfume bottle is most likely Swiss or Austrian. It dates the 19th Century. The perfume vinaigrette is 6 cm (2 3/8 inches) tall and is 3.5 cm (1 3/8 inches) wide. The bottle open and closes securely and has its original secure cork stopper inside. There is some minimal wear to the enamel at the top by the cap, and at the bottom of the bottle. The perfume weighs 24.3 grams. The bottle is hallmarked with two maker's marks on the inside of the cap.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    24.3 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.4 in (60.96 mm)Width: 1.4 in (35.56 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1476223960952

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