Elegant advertising jar for barbers and perfumery, produced by the prestigious house of Roger & Gallet. Made of white ceramic with a rich olive green neo-rococo decoration, it contained a shaving soap cream. The lid bears the monogram RG while the bottom still retains its original label indicating: "The slightly browned coloration of this cream is produced by the violet fragrance." This presence of the original label is a detail rarely preserved. This model belongs to the first luxury toiletry containers marketed by Roger & Gallet at the end of the 19th century.
✦ Provenance: Roger & Gallet, Paris, France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1889-1900 ✦ Dimensions: approx 8.5x7cm ✦ Material: Advertising ceramic ✦ Condition: Very good overall condition. Lid present. Decoration well preserved with slight wear from use. Original inner label still present. Some handling marks and small age-related imperfections.
A refined witness to the world of barbers and French perfumery during the Belle Époque, this model is among the most sought-after of Roger & Gallet's production.
