French Glass Opera Flask or Absinthe Bottle c1895

Description

Heading : French Glass Opera Flask or Absinthe Bottle
Date : c1895
Origin : Paris. The metal mounts are by Baudet
Colour : Silver plate and clear glass, traces of ormolu on the metal parts
Body : sTapered faceted
Base : Pull of white metal cup
Glass Type : Lead.
Size :    13.5cm tall
Condition : Very good. One small compression in the base of the cup
Restoration : None
Weight :  138grams

Nothing could illustrate La Belle Epoque better than this  absinthe flask.  Imagine arriving at the opera with this beautiful bottle full of absinthe secreted in your muff or glove.The small cup slides off the base, the cap unscrews, then the glass stopper is removed and you discretely pour yourself a small drink as the curtain rises on the Second Act. Music Maestro please! These are frequently mistaken for perfume bottles.

We would like think that this may be purchased by a lady who would use as intended.