Complete mid-20th-century travel case, representative of post-war functional design. This comprehensive personal grooming set, presented in a mint green case with a perimeter zipper, was designed for the organized transport of hygiene and sewing items during the tourism boom of the 1950s and 1960s.
Object History:
Rigid and semi-rigid vanity cases from this period reflect the 'Jet Age' aesthetic, where portability and compartmentalization were essential. The set includes original accessories ranging from hair care to manicure and small textile repairs, maintaining aesthetic coherence in the plastic and metal materials of the era.
Features and Details:
- Period: Approx. 1950–1960
- Technique / Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Case Size: 27 x 16 x 5 cm (10.6 x 6.3 x 2 inches)
- Materials: Faux leather, metal, thermoformed plastic, glass, and fabric
- Contents: 2 brushes, mirror, comb, 3 cosmetic containers, lotion bottle, 5 manicure tools, and integrated sewing kit
- Condition: Original piece with historical patina. Moisture and oxidation stains are observed on the interior textile lining, as well as slight signs of use on metal instruments and minor silvering loss on the mirror.
Use and Value:
This item is of high interest to collectors of antique vanity items, as well as for costume and set design seeking an authentic representation of mid-century travel accessories.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
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