Antique English Crystal & Silver-Plate Vanity Set with Ornate Floral Metalwork
This exquisite Victorian-era vanity ensemble exemplifies the refined elegance that once graced the dressing tables of England’s finest country estates. The set comprises a beautifully ribbed crystal apothecary jar with an ornate silver-plated lid crowned by a classical finial, paired with a matching cut-crystal compote elevated on a gracefully turned pedestal.
Each piece showcases the period’s devotion to botanical motifs, with elaborate silver-plated leaf and floral detailing that transforms functional beauty accessories into works of decorative art. The apothecary jar, with its generous proportions and perfectly fitted lid, would have held precious powders or pomades, while the delicate compote served as an elegant receptacle for jewelry or toiletry essentials.
The warm patina of the silver-plate speaks to decades of gentle use, while the crystal remains brilliantly clear—a testament to the superior craftsmanship of England’s finest glassmakers. The ornamental bases, fashioned as stylized acanthus leaves, anchor each piece with classical authority, embodying the Victorian passion for combining utility with uncompromising aesthetic beauty.
Perfect for the discerning collector seeking authentic period pieces that bring historical gravitas to contemporary interiors, this vanity set represents the kind of heirloom quality that speaks to generations of refined taste and enduring style.
Dish: 6”W x 6”H
Jar: 10”H x 4.5” W
This exquisite Victorian-era vanity ensemble exemplifies the refined elegance that once graced the dressing tables of England’s finest country estates. The set comprises a beautifully ribbed crystal apothecary jar with an ornate silver-plated lid crowned by a classical finial, paired with a matching cut-crystal compote elevated on a gracefully turned pedestal.
Each piece showcases the period’s devotion to botanical motifs, with elaborate silver-plated leaf and floral detailing that transforms functional beauty accessories into works of decorative art. The apothecary jar, with its generous proportions and perfectly fitted lid, would have held precious powders or pomades, while the delicate compote served as an elegant receptacle for jewelry or toiletry essentials.
The warm patina of the silver-plate speaks to decades of gentle use, while the crystal remains brilliantly clear—a testament to the superior craftsmanship of England’s finest glassmakers. The ornamental bases, fashioned as stylized acanthus leaves, anchor each piece with classical authority, embodying the Victorian passion for combining utility with uncompromising aesthetic beauty.
Perfect for the discerning collector seeking authentic period pieces that bring historical gravitas to contemporary interiors, this vanity set represents the kind of heirloom quality that speaks to generations of refined taste and enduring style.
Dish: 6”W x 6”H
Jar: 10”H x 4.5” W
This exquisite Victorian-era vanity ensemble exemplifies the refined elegance that once graced the dressing tables of England’s finest country estates. The set comprises a beautifully ribbed crystal apothecary jar with an ornate silver-plated lid crowned by a classical finial, paired with a matching cut-crystal compote elevated on a gracefully turned pedestal.
Each piece showcases the period’s devotion to botanical motifs, with elaborate silver-plated leaf and floral detailing that transforms functional beauty accessories into works of decorative art. The apothecary jar, with its generous proportions and perfectly fitted lid, would have held precious powders or pomades, while the delicate compote served as an elegant receptacle for jewelry or toiletry essentials.
The warm patina of the silver-plate speaks to decades of gentle use, while the crystal remains brilliantly clear—a testament to the superior craftsmanship of England’s finest glassmakers. The ornamental bases, fashioned as stylized acanthus leaves, anchor each piece with classical authority, embodying the Victorian passion for combining utility with uncompromising aesthetic beauty.
Perfect for the discerning collector seeking authentic period pieces that bring historical gravitas to contemporary interiors, this vanity set represents the kind of heirloom quality that speaks to generations of refined taste and enduring style.
Dish: 6”W x 6”H
Jar: 10”H x 4.5” W
