Antique Sterling Silver and Cut Glass Vanity Bottle by Frederick Wich, London 1918

An elegant antique sterling silver and cut glass vanity bottle, made in London in 1918 by Frederick Wich. With its tall fluted glass body, monogrammed sterling silver screw-top lid and gilt interior, this is a refined early 20th-century dressing table accessory with strong decorative appeal.

The bottle has a classic cylindrical form, with clear vertically fluted glass that catches the light beautifully. The sterling silver lid is fully hallmarked for London 1918 and bears the maker’s mark of Frederick Wich. The top is engraved with intertwined script initials, adding a personal period detail, while the gilt interior gives the lid a warm and attractive finish.

Details:
Maker: Frederick Wich
Assay Office: London, England
Date: 1918
Period: Early 20th century / post-Edwardian
Material: Sterling silver lid and cut glass body
Silver Weight: 11.6 grams
Height: 16.6 cm
Form: Cylindrical fluted glass vanity bottle
Lid: Sterling silver screw-top lid with gilt interior
Monogram: Intertwined script initials
Marks: Fully hallmarked for London 1918

Condition:
Very good antique condition. The glass is clear with no cracks. The sterling silver lid shows small dents and light surface wear consistent with age and use. The screw-top fitting remains a charming and practical feature of the piece.

Historical and Collector Context:
Sterling silver and cut glass vanity bottles were popular dressing table accessories in the late Victorian, Edwardian and early 20th-century periods. They were used for perfumes, lotions, bath salts or other personal grooming preparations, often forming part of larger fitted dressing table sets.

Frederick Wich was a London maker and retailer associated with fine personal accessories and silver-mounted goods during this period. This example reflects the refined taste of early 20th-century British vanity ware, combining practical glasswork with a hallmarked sterling silver fitting.

A charming antique vanity bottle, ideal for display on a dressing table, as part of a silver-mounted glass collection, or as a thoughtful gift for a collector of antique personal accessories.