Art Deco Wash basin set (3) - Metal, Silverplated





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Three-piece Art Deco silver-plated metal vanity set from France, dating to 1930–1940, with a clamshell motif and satin finish, comprising a hairbrush, mirror and comb.
Description from the seller
Elegant Art Deco silver-plated Vanity Set, shell motif.
Refined vintage Art Deco vanity set (circa 1930-1940), featuring the iconic "clamshell" design. The set stands out for its clean lines and sculptural volumes typical of the period, with a satin finish that enhances the play of light and shadow created by the fan-shaped grooves.
The set is composed of 3 coordinated pieces:
Hairbrush: with original bristles and a stylized ergonomic handle.
Mirror: perfectly coordinated in design.
Comb: with a metal back decorated and teeth made of ivory-colored synthetic material (likely bakelite or cellulose nitrate from the era).
Style: Art Deco.
Material: Heavy metal, silver-plated.
Design: "Fan/Shell Design" radiating motif.
Dimensions:
- Hairbrush: height 20 cm, width 7.5 cm, weight 265 g.
- Mirror: height 23 cm, width 11.5 cm, weight 411 g.
- Comb: height 18 cm, width 4.5 cm, weight 66 g.
The set is presented in excellent vintage condition. The plating is well preserved with a beautiful natural patina (can be polished to a mirror finish or kept satin according to taste). Light signs of wear attest to its authenticity. The bristles are intact.
This design is a timeless classic, often attributed to prestigious manufacturers such as Towle or International Silver Company. It is a perfect decorative piece for a sophisticated bedroom or to enrich a collection of 20th-century silver objects.
Seller's Story
Elegant Art Deco silver-plated Vanity Set, shell motif.
Refined vintage Art Deco vanity set (circa 1930-1940), featuring the iconic "clamshell" design. The set stands out for its clean lines and sculptural volumes typical of the period, with a satin finish that enhances the play of light and shadow created by the fan-shaped grooves.
The set is composed of 3 coordinated pieces:
Hairbrush: with original bristles and a stylized ergonomic handle.
Mirror: perfectly coordinated in design.
Comb: with a metal back decorated and teeth made of ivory-colored synthetic material (likely bakelite or cellulose nitrate from the era).
Style: Art Deco.
Material: Heavy metal, silver-plated.
Design: "Fan/Shell Design" radiating motif.
Dimensions:
- Hairbrush: height 20 cm, width 7.5 cm, weight 265 g.
- Mirror: height 23 cm, width 11.5 cm, weight 411 g.
- Comb: height 18 cm, width 4.5 cm, weight 66 g.
The set is presented in excellent vintage condition. The plating is well preserved with a beautiful natural patina (can be polished to a mirror finish or kept satin according to taste). Light signs of wear attest to its authenticity. The bristles are intact.
This design is a timeless classic, often attributed to prestigious manufacturers such as Towle or International Silver Company. It is a perfect decorative piece for a sophisticated bedroom or to enrich a collection of 20th-century silver objects.

