142 - Extremely rare and antique “Indian Hay” extract bottle and its case

Extremely rare and antique “Indian Hay” extract bottle and its case ROGER & GALLET, Paris - “Indian Hay” - Extract bottle in its case A presentation of great refinement, in the Louis XVI style so cherished by Belle Époque perfumery. The bottle, made of clear glass with a square, shouldered section, rests on four small, cut-out feet. It is topped with an ogival-shaped stopper featuring a fluted base and retains its gilded neck ring adorned with foliage motifs. It bears a beautiful label made of leather-textured paper, embossed in gold, adorned with garlands of roses, ribbons, and the RG monogram within a laurel wreath, titled “Extrait Indian Hay – Roger & Gallet – Paris.” On the side is the company’s round stamp: “Grand Prix Paris 1889 – Paris 1900 – Hors concours, member of the jury.” 11 × 4 × 4 cm. It is presented in its original box with a snap-on lid, lined with textured sea-green paper; the lid is adorned with a rocaille cartouche embossed in gold, floral garlands, and a frame of gilded moldings, inscribed “Extrait Indian Hay - Roger & Gallet - Paris.” The sides feature garlands tied with ribbons. The interior is lined with cream-colored paper, including its original padding. 12.5 × 6.5 × 5 cm. Circa 1900–1910. Bottle is empty; neck ring is torn; label is slightly peeling along one edge; wear and small chips at the corners of the box.