Title: Rare Antique Victorian Gilt Brass Chatelaine with 5 Original Vanity Tools - 30cmItem
Description: Up for sale is a spectacular, museum-quality Victorian-era chatelaine dating from the late 19th century. Measuring 30 cm in total length, this stunning piece features an elaborate gilt-brass openwork top belt hook highlighted by a central classical relief portrait cameo plaque. Suspended from five long, matching ornate drop chains is its original suite of matching household vanity accessories:
Filigree Tussie-Mussie / Posy Holder: Openwork cone with original dark blue velvet interior lining.
Miniature Aide-Mémoire / Notebook: Embossed book covers containing original writeable interior pages.
Thimble Bucket: A matching open-top sewing thimble holder with handle.
Needle Case Cylinder: A beautifully patterned screw-top tubular case.
Scent Bottle Capsule: A small, decorative spherical pomander/vinaigrette container.
Condition Report: The piece is completely unstamped and features a wonderful, authentic aged antique patina over its original gilt brass structure. The gold finish remains incredibly bright.
Please note: One of the drop chains has separated at a connecting link loop (clearly visible in the photos). All components are fully present, and this can be very easily closed up or reattached by a jeweler or anyone with fine pliers. All individual tools are structurally sound, complete, and completely original to the piece. Please review the high-resolution macro photos to appreciate the stunning historical craftsmanship.
Product Details:
Total Length: 30 cm
Era: Victorian (circa 1870–1890)
Metal Purity: Gilt Brass / Base Metal Alloy (Unmarked)
Attachment: Traditional wide waist/belt hook slide on reverse
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