RARE Antique Tiffany & Co. 14k gold chatelaine pendant perfume bottle & case

An exquisite testament to the artistry of America's most celebrated jeweler, this antique Tiffany & Co. chatelaine perfume bottle is masterfully crafted in 14K gold and adorned with finely executed hand-etched decoration that showcases the firm's renowned attention to detail. Comprised of a double-hinged embossed and engraved protective case, fixed with two delicate gold chains and a jump ring, the case houses a conforming stoppered perfume bottle, creating an elegant and highly functional design intended to suspend from a chatelaine or long guard chain. The harmonious balance of intricate engraving, rich gold, and impeccable proportions reflects the timeless sophistication synonymous with the Tiffany & Co. name.

During the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, Tiffany & Co. transformed everyday personal accessories into works of art through exceptional craftsmanship and innovative design. Perfume bottles, vinaigrettes, and chatelaine accessories were among the most treasured luxury objects of the period, serving both practical and decorative purposes. Carried by fashionable women and suspended from elaborate chatelaines or elegant long chains, these finely crafted accessories reflected a lifestyle of refinement and attention to detail. Tiffany's precious metal accessories from this era were produced in relatively limited numbers, and complete examples retaining their original protective cases are increasingly scarce and highly sought after by collectors.

Beautifully preserved and exceptionally elegant, this antique Tiffany & Co. 14K gold etched chatelaine perfume bottle and matching protective case represents the pinnacle of American luxury craftsmanship. Its richly engraved surfaces, ingenious double-hinged construction, conforming stoppered perfume bottle, and iconic Tiffany provenance combine to create a remarkable collector's piece that is equally at home in a distinguished collection of Tiffany & Co. treasures, antique vanity accessories, or fine gold objets d'art. Rarely encountered in such a complete and sophisticated form, it stands as a superb example of an era when even the smallest personal belongings were executed with extraordinary artistry, innovation, and enduring beauty.

Brand/Maker: Tiffany & Co.
Era: 19th c.
Material(s): 14k gold/ Lead Glass
Markings/Stamps: Tiffany & Co. 14k
Closure: Hinged
Necklace Bale: Yes

Measurements
- Width (side to side): 1"
- Length (top to bottom): 2"
- Profile (back to front): .5"
- Weight: 24.58g

Condition: Excellent
Call Outs: None
Sku: KO20