Antique French 950 Silver Guilloche Enamel Perfume Bottles Alphonse Debain Pair

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View Antique French 950 Silver Guilloche Enamel Perfume Bottles Alphonse Debain Pair with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. An exquisite matched pair of antique French vanity scent bottles made by silversmith Alphonse Debain, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1915). Excellent antique condition overall. ​PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRENCH CUT CRYSTAL & .950 SILVER GUILLOCHE ENAMEL PERFUME BOTTLES ​An exquisite matched pair of antique French vanity scent bottles made by silversmith Alphonse Debain, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1915). ​Details: ​Hallmarks: Maker's cartouche stamped "A D" over "950" on the silver rim (solid 950/1000 high-purity silver, higher than standard .925 sterling). ​Tops: Vibrant periwinkle/violet guilloche enamel collars topped with bezel-set hand-painted romantic courtship scene miniatures in the Rococo style of Watteau/Fragonard. ​Crystal: Heavy, clear cut crystal with delicate wheel-cut and etched ribbons, bows, and floral swags, finished with a classic starburst cut base. ​Dimensions: Approximately 4 1/4 inches tall, 2 3/8s inches wide square. ​Condition: ​Excellent antique condition overall. ​The guilloche enamel is intact with vibrant color and no chipping, cracks, or enamel loss. ​The miniature painted medallions are clean and vivid. ​The crystal bodies are bright and clear with no cracks or chips. ​Missing the internal glass dabber/stoppers (standard for pieces of this era and accounted for in pricing).  ​Will be carefully wrapped, double-boxed, and fully insured for shipping from a smoke-free & pet-free home. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Vanity, Perfume & Shaving › Perfumes › Decorative Glass/Crystal. Brand: Alphonse Debain.

Brand

Alphonse Debain

Pattern

Guilloche Enamel with Hand-Painted Pastoral Scenes

Type

Perfume / Scent Bottle

Composition

Solid Silver (.950 purity)

Style

French/ Rococo Revival

Material

Cut Crystal & .950 Silver

Unit Quantity

2

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

France

Age

1890-1915