Vintage silver plate bud vase (no markings very decorative item 
12 cm tall 5 cm wide at top some age related wear 
The history of bud vases includes their origins in France, their use in early luxury cars, and their association with the Volkswagen Beetle:
Origins
Bud vases are thought to have become popular in France in the early 18th century. The small size of the vases and bouquets was a reflection of the intimate spaces of Parisian townhouses.
Luxury cars
Early luxury cars sometimes included bud vases to freshen the interior with flowers.
Volkswagen Beetle
In the 1950s, Volkswagen added a porcelain bud vase to their Beetles, allowing customers to customize their cars with flowers. The vases were used to cover engine odors and the scent of passengers. They were widely available in catalogs and hardware stores. The bud vase was dropped when the Beetle was redesigned in 2011. 
 
Bud vases are typically characterized by a narrow neck and a bulbous base, but they can also be made in geometric shapes or more architectural