Grand Vestibule: The British Monarchy and the World
The Grand Vestibule at Windsor Castle reflects interaction between the monarchy and the wider world
INDIAN
Perfume holder
1870-75RCIN 11316
A gold cup, cover and saucer chased with lozenge panelling containing floral decoration. The lid has a bud finial in the form of a coniferous fruit. This vessel perhaps used to store traditional solid perfume called attar, which was used as part of courtly ceremonies to welcome visitors.