Vintage gold-tone brass powder compact with green nacre lid - 1950s

Refined mid-century vanity accessory, featuring a sophisticated aesthetic and a functional compact design.

Object History: During the 1950s, hand-held powder compacts were essential items of female etiquette. This specimen features a high-quality synthetic insert on the lid that emulates green mother-of-pearl, framed in a brass structure with a technical linear engraving on its base to facilitate grip and prevent wear marks.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1950s
- Technique: Gilded brass with guilloché (striated) finish on the back and nacre-effect lid.
- Size: Diameter 6.5 cm (2.56 inches) and height 1 cm (0.39 inches).
- Material: Brass, Glass, Nacre (effect).
- Condition: The clasp and hinge function correctly. The original mirror shows silvering oxidation points (age patina). Includes original fabric puff and traces of vintage face powder.

Value: An ideal collector's item for enthusiasts of historical cosmetics, antique vanity decoration, or collectors of high-quality vintage accessories.