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Antique French "Anonymous" labels in sets of 10

Antique French "Anonymous" labels in sets of 10

Rare antique French "Anonymous" perfume and/or cosmetic labels in sets of 10. The exact perfume house for this specific, un-texted monogram label is historically anonymous, as it is an authentic piece of "no-text" generic stock produced by early 20th-century French lithographers. The rich purple field, gold-foiled leaf filigree, and fluid Art Nouveau monogram resemble early 20th-century fragrance packaging, often used for classic floral scents such as Violettes de Parme (Parma Violet) or Heliotrope. During the Golden Age of French perfumery (circa 1890s–1920s), major printing houses in Paris and Grasse manufactured large batches of high-quality, lavishly embossed, gold-foiled labels. They left the banner spaces blank or featured only an aesthetic monogram. Local pharmacies, boutique perfume houses, or neighborhood merchants purchased this ready-made "old warehouse stock" to save on custom printing costs. The perfumer would later stamp or hand-write their own house name. These are likely labels for individual sample packets or travel-sized doses, which were common at the time. The Art Nouveau-influenced borders and typography suggest they date from the late 1910s to the 1930s. The labels in each bundle are the same and unused. These are NOT reproductions. They are originals from France. Perfect for decoupage, altered art, mixed media, and so much more. These labels are no longer in circulation. When they are gone, they are gone. Approximate measurements are 1.5" x 1", with some variation. Please note this is not a reproduction. These are not new. They are originals. This is an antique and vintage item with wear consistent with age. There might be foxed corners, a wrinkle here or there, and discoloration. Each set ships in a cello sleeve. Please email us if you have any questions.
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