Antique c.1700s 18k Pique and Tortoise Shell Etui, Scent or Perfume Caddy, Period Flacon with Perfume
I've debated on this offering. The stunning c.1700s French scent etui will perfectly house that c.1700s (same period) French perfume flacon, flask, bottle, but in order to do so and close the lid, one would need to remove that original sealing wax plug/seal up top. I'm reluctant to do it, both historically and for the possible fragility of the top of the very old perfume flask. So, displayed together as they are, we're making it a combination offering with the understanding that any decision to remove the sealing wax will be made by its next owner. Flask does slip perfectly into the etui, which has a sort of spring-loaded hinged cap, but that cap won't close over it until the wax is removed. Measurements are noted on photos. The tortoise shell etui is superb! Part of my collections, time to downsize myself. The gold is 18k, the pique work the tiniest and most elegantly delicate ever. A museum quality treasure, this. That it has the suitable period perfume - all the better for collector