Description
Very elegant Compact in black and gold lacquered gilt metal.
Art Deco period.
Golden border around the edge
Golden interior.
Winged dragon motifs in the center and geometric shapes.
Beautiful symmetry of the typical Art Deco pattern.
It contains a Mirror and its original Puff.
Stamped “Graziella France” around the mirror and “Graziella France Deposed” at the bottom of the powder compartment.
The compact has an ideal size to be carried in a pocket or a handbag. Its elegant pattern and colors will make it a magnificent decorative object on a dressing table.
Graziella comes from Latin and means grace, charm. It is the first name of the heroine of the love novel by a famous French author, Lamartine, in the middle of the 19th century.
A pretty name is therefore well chosen for a Parisian French cosmetics brand from the beginning of the 20th century.
| Design Period | 1920 to 1949 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1920 |
| Production Period | 1920 to 1929 |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Style | Art Deco |
| Detailed Condition |
Good This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Some very small lack of lacquer under the compact and on the opening clip
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| Product Code | BXG-1668157 |
| Materials | Metal, Lacquer |
| Color | Black, gold |
| Height |
2 cm 0.6 inch |
| Diameter | 3.1 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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