Hand mirror - .800 silver - Dance purse
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Italian Art Déco silver makeup compact in .800 argent, external 15 × 6.3 × 1 cm with internal 7 × 5 cm, 92 g, featuring a built‑in mirror, powder puff in original pink feather, and a hollow handle concealing a removable turquoise cabochon lipstick tube.
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An enchanting and rare pocket makeup set (known as Tango/Dance Compact), dating from the first half of the 20th century (Art Deco period / 1930s–1950s).
The domed upper body features refined hand-carved floral and geometric relief engravings; inside it houses the powder compartment, complete with its original pink feather puff. The outer lid is equipped with an integrated mirror, intact and with excellent reflectivity, perfect for quick use without opening the inner compartment. The real peculiarity lies in the finely chased handle: the hollow structure conceals a removable lipstick tube. The mechanism is operated by a sliding cursor adorned with an oval cabochon in blue hardstone (turquoise-like), perfectly preserved and well set. The piece shows a splendid patina of time that underscores its authenticity. A vintage collectible piece of great charm for lovers of vanity accessories. Excellent condition.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
Translated by Google TranslateAn enchanting and rare pocket makeup set (known as Tango/Dance Compact), dating from the first half of the 20th century (Art Deco period / 1930s–1950s).
The domed upper body features refined hand-carved floral and geometric relief engravings; inside it houses the powder compartment, complete with its original pink feather puff. The outer lid is equipped with an integrated mirror, intact and with excellent reflectivity, perfect for quick use without opening the inner compartment. The real peculiarity lies in the finely chased handle: the hollow structure conceals a removable lipstick tube. The mechanism is operated by a sliding cursor adorned with an oval cabochon in blue hardstone (turquoise-like), perfectly preserved and well set. The piece shows a splendid patina of time that underscores its authenticity. A vintage collectible piece of great charm for lovers of vanity accessories. Excellent condition.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
92 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
Dance purse
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
External height
15 cm
External width
6.3 cm
Internal height
7 cm
Internal width
5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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