Perfume Bottle: Nina Ricci "L'Air du Temps" Vanity Bottle with Twin Doves Topper

Perfume Bottle: Nina Ricci "L'Air du Temps" Vanity Bottle with Twin Doves Topper

R 550.00
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Perfume Bottle: Nina Ricci "L'Air du Temps" Vanity Bottle with Twin Doves Topper

Perfume Bottle: Nina Ricci "L'Air du Temps" Vanity Bottle with Twin Doves Topper

An absolute triumph of mid-century French boutique romance, this large, empty vintage Nina Ricci "L'Air du Temps" 100ml vanity bottle stands as an elite centrepiece for any curated dressing table. 

The structural heavy-glass flacon features the signature iconic spiral fluting, designed to mimic a sunburst twisting dynamically toward the sky. Resting beautifully atop the gold-tone collar is the legendary, oversized twin-doves frosted topper, capturing two interlocking doves in full flight. While the original scent has vanished, the bottle itself is a masterclass in atmospheric elegance.

This large-scale, 100ml display piece carries an undeniable air of Old Hollywood glamour, romantic history, and mid-century sophistication, transforming a simple bathroom vanity or shelf into an art collector's display vignette.

Collector & Sizing Value: This is the highly coveted, substantial 100ml (3.3 FL. OZ.) edition, which carries incredible presence compared to the tiny, common miniature bottles. The base features the crisp, cast raised-lettering hallmark: "PARFUMS NINA RICCI - PARIS - 'L'Air du Temps' - EAU DE TOILETTE - MADE IN FRANCE."

Design Versatility: Beyond a vanity ornament, this sculptural piece is highly sought after by boutique set designers and still-life photographers as an ambient light-catching background prop. It can also be filled with tinted water to make the crystalline sun-ribs pop under vanity lighting.

Original Intended Use: Premium French fine fragrance vessel (100ml Eau de Toilette). Alternate Suggested Use: Luxury grand millennial vanity tray focal piece, historic perfume bottle collection anchor, or elegant bedroom styling prop.

More Details
  • Authentic vintage empty Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps 100ml French vanity display bottle.
  • Features the legendary oversized frosted twin-doves sculptural topper in beautiful condition.
  • Twisted sunburst crystal-style fluting on a heavy, stable octagonal base.
  • Completely clean and empty interior, ready for home styling or creative studio display.
Did you Know?

The Story Beyond the Image: Launched in Paris in 1948 in collaboration with Marc Lalique, the twin doves of L'Air du Temps (which translates to "The Spirit of the Times") were released to celebrate the return of peace and liberty to the world. For nearly eight decades, this exact silhouette has been revered as one of the most beautiful perfume bottles ever created. Holding this bottle evokes the slow, glamorous vanity rituals of mid-century elite dressing rooms.

Origin & Era

Made in France by Parfums Nina Ricci, late 1980s - very early 1990s.

Research & Attribution

Each piece is researched with care and supported by comprehensive historical notes drawn from available sources, comparative analysis, and archival references. While I am not a certified appraiser or authentication specialist, my attributions reflect careful independent research and may be refined as new evidence emerges. These notes are offered to enrich understanding and appreciation of each item, rather than as formal guarantees of age, provenance, or authenticity.

Approximate Dimensions

Height (Base to Wingtip): 17.5cm, Width of Frosted Dove Topper: 10cm, Volume Capacity: 100 ml / 3.3 FL. OZ.

Vintage Condition

Excellent — Crisp Crystalline Structure. The glass body is brilliantly clear, free of cloudiness, chips, cracks, or internal residue. The frosted twin-doves topper is structurally flawless with no nicks to the wingtips or tails. The internal plastic collar thread on the underside of the doves shows light, natural amber vintage aging inside the cap recess (completely hidden when seated on the bottle), and the gold-tone pump nozzle is bright and clean with zero corrosion, beautifully honouring its luxury heritage.

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R 550.00
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