Home / Collection / Exhibitions / Splendours... / The... / The... / Metalwork / Four... / Splendours of the Subcontinent: A Prince's Tour of India 1875-6: The Queen's Gallery, Palace of HolyroodhouseThis exhibition is in the past. View our current exhibitions.Craftsmanship of the SubcontinentThe ExhibitionThe British Monarchy and IndiaExploring the Indian SubcontinentMaking links with the Indian rulersThe carpet in the Prince's CourtCraftsmanship of the SubcontinentJewelleryMetalworkArms and armourEnamellingThe gifts come to BritainLegaciesWatchBackMetalworkINDIAN Four perfume holders circa 1870 - 1875RCIN 11317Perfume, usually rosewater, was used to welcome visitors to court. These perfume holders, in the form of seated lions, have articulated tongues.PreviousNextPreviousNext