The Piece

Vintage Old Spice Admiral Figural Aftershave Bottle

This vintage figural bottle was produced by the Shulton Company as part of the iconic Old Spice aftershave line. Molded in glass and shaped as a naval officer holding a telescope, the bottle reflects the maritime branding that defined Old Spice throughout the mid-20th century.

The sculpted uniform features molded epaulettes, double-breasted coat buttons, tall boots, and a formal stance typical of naval officer imagery. Enamel-painted details highlight the uniform accents while the metal collar at the neck originally held the bottle’s stopper.

Designed to be both packaging and keepsake, Old Spice figural bottles were often saved long after the aftershave was used, becoming collectible examples of mid-century advertising design.

Historical Context

Old Spice was introduced in 1937 by the Shulton Company, quickly becoming one of the most recognizable grooming brands in the United States. The brand adopted strong nautical themes in its advertising, referencing sailing ships, sea captains, and maritime tradition.

Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Shulton released novelty glass bottles shaped as naval officers, ships, and other maritime figures. These bottles were designed to double as decorative objects once emptied, turning everyday grooming products into collectible keepsakes.

Today, Old Spice figural bottles remain popular with collectors of vintage advertising, mid-century design, and novelty glass.

Product Details

Type: Figural aftershave bottle
Brand: Old Spice (Shulton Company)

Design: Naval officer / Admiral

Material:
• Molded glass
• Enamel paint detailing
• Metal collar at neck

Marking: Mold number 2090 M

Estimated Date:
c. 1950s–1970s

Height: approx. 9–10 inches

Condition

Good vintage condition.

• Minor wear to painted details
• Stopper missing
• Light surface wear consistent with age

Glass body remains intact with no visible cracks.

Why It Belongs in Your Home

Vintage advertising objects capture the personality of an era. This Old Spice Admiral bottle reflects the confident nautical branding that defined mid-century American grooming culture.

It makes an excellent display piece for:

• vintage bar displays
• mid-century décor
• advertising memorabilia collections
• nautical themed interiors

Even without the stopper, the sculptural form stands as a charming piece of nostalgic design.

From Viridian Eclection

Objects like this remind us that everyday items were once designed with character and imagination. At Viridian Eclection, we look for pieces that carry that personality forward.