LONDON, CIRCA 1750

Details

A GEORGE II ENAMELLED GOLD SCENT BOTTLE
LONDON, CIRCA 1750
Flask-shaped bottle, chased with sunburst ground framed by c-scrolls, the reserves enamelled en plein with a bouquet in vase featuring roses, peonies, dahlias and forget-me-nots on each central panel and with flower sprays on the sides and oblong shaped spreading foot, the enamelled bird stopper attached to the flask with a chain, the flask further applied around the collar with two gold chain
2 3/8 in. (60 mm.) high
gross weight 16 dwt. (25 gr.)

Provenance

Acquired from S.J. Phillips, Ltd., London, 30 June 1972.

Conditions of sale

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Lot Essay

The enamel work on this scent-bottle bears strong resemblance to the one fitted with a later seal in the Wallace Collection (C. Truman, The Wallace Collection, Catalogue of Gold Boxes, London, 2013, no. 93, p. 317). Although the enamels on this scent bottle must have been inspired by those decorating gold boxes and watches from early 18th century Paris, the absence of a hallmark means it cannot possibly be French, furthermore, this type of decoration is similar to that of English watches and chatelaines of that period.

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