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Object NameLady Gray Rose Perfume Atomizer with Gold King Tut Decoration
Assistant Emil J. Larson
Designer Victor Durand (French, 1870 - 1931)
Factory Vineland Flint Glass Works
Maker The DeVilbiss Company
Made FromLead glass, metal, fabric
Dateabout 1927
Place MadeUnited States, NJ, Vineland; United States, OH, Toledo
TechniqueBlown, applied, iridized
SizeOverall H: 18.4 cm, W: 9.1 cm; Foot Diam: 7 cm
Accession Number2002.4.37
Credit LineGift of Barbara Olsen in memory of Fellow, John K. Olsen
Curatorial Area(s)
On ViewChanging Exhibition Gallery
Interpretive Notes
What is the origin of the perfume spray bottle? Dr. Allen DeVilbiss originally invented atomizers in 1887 to deliver medicine and anesthetics directly to his patients’ nose and throat. He later founded the DeVilbiss Company, which adapted this technology to perfume sprays, becoming the first American manufacturer of “perfumizers.” DeVilbiss is still in business today but has replaced its sensuous and feminine atomizers with automotive spray paint guns.
Physical DescriptionOpaque white, transparent pink and orange glass; blown, tooled, applied iridescence, assembled; metal collar, fabric atomizer. Wide foot that narrows to thin stem then widens slightly to metal collar.
Provenance
Former Collection John K. Olsen - 1980-2002
Former Collection Barbara H. Olsen (1923-2016) - 1980-2002

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