Collectible Perfume Bottles
01.23.07 By Lorraine Newberry
Packaging has long been a major component of perfume marketing, and I’ve even read where some manufacturers put more money into the bottle than the actual perfume. Scented oils and perfumes have been carried in bottles since ancient times. However, bottles and scents were not packaged together as they are now, rather the scents were usually purchased at market in a plain container and then poured into the buyer’s own pretty bottle at home. Glassmakers in Venice were known for the delicate, colorful perfume bottles they created, and many of these antique Venetian bottles can still be found today.
Perfume bottles really became an art form in the 20th century. That’s when famed glassworkers like Rene Lalique and Baccarat turned their talents towards perfume bottles, with stunning results. Bottles by these two names are among the most highly sought by perfume bottle collectors today. Others prefer the fun, whimsical bottles by Avon.
When considering perfume bottles for purchase, check for chips and scratches in the glass. Run your hands over the bottle, since sometimes your fingertips will detect a chip that your eyes missed. Likewise, examine the cap, stopper or applicator to make sure it’s free from flaws. A paper label should be firmly attached and without tears or stains.
International Perfume Bottle Association
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Article Tags: marketing, packaging, prefume bottle, Rene Lalique================
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November 12th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
Hello I have a gorgeous Brierley pink painted antique perfume bottle and wondered if you can tell anything about them. I am not asking for an appraisal just information. I am deeply appreciative of any information you might be able to pass my way.
Thank you,
Susan