I've got a new obsession - vintage perfume bottles! I've always thought glass to be a wonderful artistic medium and have a small collection of antique and vintage drinking glasses. After seeing some of these vintage perfume bottles, I might just have to start a new hobby.
1. Green Butterfly
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Many vintage perfume bottles are decanter size with stoppers called daubers. Perfume was used to cool the throat and décolletage, as well as to smell nice. This is a wonderful example of the Art Nouveau style.
2. Vintage Perfume Bottle
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So sumptuously decorated and so beautiful.
3. 19th Century Bottle
So much detail. Many antique perfume bottles have feet or a stand.
4. ‘Sirenes’
Via Lalique perfume bottle, "Sirens"
René Lalique was one of the world's most renowned glass artists. His company continues his tradition of supreme craftsmanship today.
5. Swan
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I love the way the swan's body curves sinuously around the form of the bottle.
6. Golden Filigree
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Filigree is the term for punched and twisted and finely wrought metalwork - usually in a precious metal.
7. Bavarian Cobalt
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The gold on blue looks stunning.
8. Delicate Filigree
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Who wouldn't love this on their vanity?
9. Bottle and Box
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What a stunning presentation.
10. 1930's LARGE CZECH CUT GLASS
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Bohemia has led the world in cut glass for over a century.
This one shows the style where the stopper is as big as or even bigger than the bottle.
11. Perfume Bottle with Aqua Glass Beads
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I like the slightly Middle Eastern feel to this one.
12. Antique Blue
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Perfume was an expensive luxury. Antique bottles were small. This was made by Bernard Perrot in France in the 1700s and is now in the British Museum.
13. Pink Rose Alabaster Cameo Glass
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Such a delicate French example.
14. Antique Miniature Czech Perfume Bottle
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It's not unusual to see miniature perfume bottles on a chain.
15. Vintage Shape
Just like a handbag!
16. Red and Gold
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You'd feel like a queen dabbing on perfume from this
beauty.
17. Czech Vintage
It has such an imperial look.
18. Turquoise Crystal with Raised Enamel Details
Moser was one of the pre-eminent Bohemian glass makers. They made this in the early 1900s.
19. Black and Clear Crystal
A classic color combination that just screams the Art Deco style of the 1920s.
20. Vintage 1928
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Before the push button spray was invented, atomizer bulbs were used to deliver a fine mist.
21. Vintage Silver Filigree
The delicate flower plaque is the perfect complement to the filigree.
22. Vintage Venetian Purple Glass
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Venetian glass is made on the island of Murano - the glassmakers moved there from the city due to the threat of fire from the kilns.
23. Murano Glass
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And they have been making all styles of glass since the 13th century.
24. Gilt-metal-mounted Mother-of-pearl
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Someone buy this for me. Please. Pretty please. I wonder how much an antique perfume bottle made in France between 1876-1900 would cost.
25. Flowers
Sometimes, the stopper is the most elaborate part of the ensemble.
26. Art Nouveau
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Sinuous and organic - the trademark characteristics of Art Nouveau.
27. Vintage Perfume Bottle
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This puts me in mind of Agent Provocateur, a British lingerie company. So elegant and so classy.
28. Purple and Silver
That cabochon is pretty showy, agreed?
29. Double Heart
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When one just isn't enough.
30. Square Pink Faceted Cut Crystal
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This is so ... architectural.
31. Antique Vermeil French Perfume Bottle
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Vermeil is a thin layer of gold over silver.
32. Trellis and Flowers
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Loving the shape!
33. Oriental-inspired
Inspiration for vintage perfume bottles came from all around the globe.
34. Creative Vintage
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Another stunning example of Art Nouveau.
35. Amethyst Crystal and Sterling Silver Lay-down Bottle
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Not all perfume bottles were made to stand up, like this one made in England in 1901.
36. Dragonfly
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A bottle fit for a princess.
37. Samoa
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Another of the precious bottles from Lalique.
38. Stunning
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Isn't it fabulous how a lot of the stoppers on the Czech bottles are shaped like crowns? That's because every woman is a queen.
39. Black and White
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Black and white could never be wrong.
40. Green and More Green
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I'm green with envy for whoever owns this.
41. Vintage 3-Sided Gold
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Ormolu filigree and huge rhinestones. Now that's making a statement.
42. Sunburst
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The sunburst is a popular Art Deco motif.
43. Crystal with Enamel and Jeweled Metalwork
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Pretty in pink.
44. 1920-30s Czech Jeweled Bottle
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You can see the similarity between the bottle and Art Deco buildings.
45. Pink Flask
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I'd love to see a few of these in different colors lined up together.
46. Cranberry Glass and Gold Shoulder Panels
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Do you detect the skilled hand of Moser? Made in the early 1900s.
47. Rococo
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Ethereal opaline glass wrapped in gold scrolls and set with stones. This delicate little beauty was made in 1760.
48. Porcelain Perfume Bottle
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France's fine porcelain makers turned their hands to the art of perfume bottles as well as dinner and serveware. Jacob Petit made this rococo style bottle in the 19th century.
49. Cupid and Psyche
Hoffmann is another of the great names. His factory supplied a number of fabulous bottles for the prestigious Max Factor showroom in California in the 1920s.
50. West German Bottle
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That shape is amazing.
51. Perfume Vial
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This type of flask would have been part of a vanity case.
52. Smokey Glass
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Such a pretty bottle.
53. TORTOISE-SHELL and ENAMELED 18 KARAT GOLD PERFUME FLASK
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Unmistakably the work of the master - Charles Lewis Tiffany. Made in 1905.
54. Hand Painted Enamel Metal Mounted Porcelain
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Made in England in the 19the century.
55. Amber
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Even back in 1890 they knew the power of ombré. I love the charming decoration of the two children and swing.
I'm off to research how to start a collection ... if only! Do you love vintage perfume bottles more than contemporary ones? (Although I agree, there are certainly some gorgeous contemporary bottles!)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why are vintage perfume bottles so popular?
- Oh, aren't they just stunning? People love them because each one is like a little piece of art! They're unique, often handmade, and tell a story from a different era. Plus, they make gorgeous decorations.
- How can I verify if my perfume bottle is truly vintage?
- Great question! Check for any markings or labels which might give you clues, and consider its design style. If it's from a famous brand, do some research! Sometimes having it appraised by an expert can also be a good idea.
- Where can I find antique perfume bottles?
- Oh, you have so many options! Try searching online marketplaces, estate sales, or even antique shops. Flea markets can have some hidden gems too if you're up for a little treasure hunt!
- What is a vintage Irice perfume bottle?
- Irice bottles are a real find! They were known for their ornate and intricate designs. If you spot one, you'll notice they're often beautifully colored glass or with detailed embellishments – they feel quite luxurious!
- Why do people collect art deco perfume bottles?
- Art deco bottles are all about that fabulous era of glitz and glamour. Collectors love them for their bold designs and geometric shapes. Just having one makes you feel like you've stepped back into the roaring twenties!
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