Victorian Faceted Glass Vanity Jar with Metal Lid - Antique 19th Century Jewelry Box

Late 19th-century vanity jar, originally designed for ointments, powders, or small jewelry. This object is a representative example of Victorian-era dressing table accessories, where functionality met artisanal design.

Item History: Dressing table sets were essential elements of 19th-century grooming rituals. These types of containers were part of elaborate sets that reflected social status through material quality and the refinement of their carving.

Technical details:
- Period: 19th Century
- Technique: Faceted/cut glass
- Height: 5.0 cm (1.97 inches)
- Diameter: 6.0 cm (2.36 inches)
- Weight: 95 g (0.20 lb)
- Material: Thick clear glass and metal lid with a silver-tone finish
- Condition: Optimal antique condition. The metal shows a natural patina consistent with its age. The glass has no structural cracks.

This jar holds high value for collectors of antique vanity items or for the recreation of historic Victorian-era interiors.