Antique Toilet set (8) - Produzioni francesi e italiane - Lithographed cardboard, pressed cardboard, and early plastics such as bakelite or celluloid.

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Eight antique powder boxes set, made of lithographed carton, pressed cardboard and early plastics such as bakelite or celluloid, dating to 1900–1920, from France and Italy, in good condition with age-related signs.

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Toiletry Set, Powder Compact Cases, Italy and France, 1900–1920
Elegant collection of antique powder box cases from Italy and France, dating back to the 1920s. The set represents an interesting selection of Liberty and Art Déco examples, including Italian models such as Valazé (Milan), Paglieri 'Felce Azzurra,' and the refined illustrated boxes 'Contessa Azzurra,' as well as high-quality French models, including a Coty 'Poudre de Couleur Blanche' powder scented with Corsican jasmine and a Parisian box 'Miss Heley – Poudre de Beauté.' The boxes are made from materials typical of the era, such as lithographed cardboard, decorated pressed cardboard, and early plastics like bakelite or celluloid, which are now highly sought after by collectors of vintage cosmetics. The graphics, featuring stylized female portraits, floral motifs, and the clean lines characteristic of Art Déco, reflect the aesthetic evolution of European cosmetic packaging in the early twentieth century. The presence of two French brands adds both historical and collectible value to the lot. Overall, the condition is good considering the age, with normal signs of wear, light abrasions, and minor paper damages, but all elements remain clearly legible and intact.

Toiletry Set, Powder Compact Cases, Italy and France, 1900–1920
Elegant collection of antique powder box cases from Italy and France, dating back to the 1920s. The set represents an interesting selection of Liberty and Art Déco examples, including Italian models such as Valazé (Milan), Paglieri 'Felce Azzurra,' and the refined illustrated boxes 'Contessa Azzurra,' as well as high-quality French models, including a Coty 'Poudre de Couleur Blanche' powder scented with Corsican jasmine and a Parisian box 'Miss Heley – Poudre de Beauté.' The boxes are made from materials typical of the era, such as lithographed cardboard, decorated pressed cardboard, and early plastics like bakelite or celluloid, which are now highly sought after by collectors of vintage cosmetics. The graphics, featuring stylized female portraits, floral motifs, and the clean lines characteristic of Art Déco, reflect the aesthetic evolution of European cosmetic packaging in the early twentieth century. The presence of two French brands adds both historical and collectible value to the lot. Overall, the condition is good considering the age, with normal signs of wear, light abrasions, and minor paper damages, but all elements remain clearly legible and intact.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/ Brand
Produzioni francesi e italiane
Specific region of origin
Francia e Italia
Style
Antique
No. of items
8
Model
Powder boxes
Material
Lithographed cardboard, pressed cardboard, and early plastics such as bakelite or celluloid.
Country of Origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7.3 cm
Width
7.3 cm
Depth
3.2 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910, 1910-1920
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Objects sold
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