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From the 1930 - 1940 era
comes this outstanding example of micro petit point, hand stitched with a
figural romance scene, tiny stitch count of approximately 1600 to the square
inch, fully loaded and original interior sports it's lipstick tube, money
purse holds it's celluloid comb, powder well with powder and feather puff
lifts to secret space, pull forward mirror is usable, brassy case, clasp and
slinky chain handle are in very good condition wonderful compact carryall
showing small aging and usage, a super gift, click on the photo for more detailed pictures and
description.
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Item 1-128 D
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Gracious and classy sterling
silver compact dance purse is stunning, hard sided domed shape with
adjustable wrist handle and frilly tassel, interior is two sided with
cigarette or accessory compartment, celluloid page for writing gentlemen's
names, make-up mirror, rouge and powder in their wells, front of the case is
beautifully detailed with Art Nouveau vase of flowers, backside in plain
sterling, all is cleaned and polished for your enjoyment, minimal denting or
outer flaws, mirror fairly good but has a corner crack, handle and tassel are
in very fine vintage condition, well attached, secure, what a fabulous and
hard to find compact vanity purse, super gift, click on the photo for more detailed pictures and
description.
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Item 9-1025 C
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The flapper era brought
forth some really remarkable compact purses, this example is a wonderful
collector's treat from the renowned Evans Company, stunning two tone effect
with bright gold tones and German Silver, signed and marked Evans Nickel
Silver but appears to be gold gilded as well, fabulous etched front side,
embossed edges and engine turned golden backside, interior boasts it's
original celluloid comb in it's swing arm and clear mirror, has original
powder with puff and original rouge with puff, all gently used, beautiful
herringbone style chain carry handle and a snug tight clasp, amazing
condition, this compact vanity purse has
survived so very well, a special treasure for any purse collection measuring
1� by 3 inches, what a wonderful piece, would make a great gift, not likely
found again, click on the photo for more amazing pictures and interesting details.
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Striking
mother-of-pearl shell covers nearly all surfaces of this carryall purse, a
1940 - 1950 Evans creation that is radiant with pinks, greens, blue and ivory,
metal case is rich in gold tone with a sturdy, solid mesh carry handle,
interior is fully loaded with lipstick, comb, coin slot, powder well and puff,
good clear mirror, separate compartment for credit cards and accessories, superior vintage
condition, barely a flaw, looking unused and well preserved, can't find them better,
click the photo for more fabulous details and pictures.
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You will be delighted with this
"harder to find" compact purse from the Whiting & Davis Company
of Plainville, MA, ca. 1920's the black and white Deco enameled pattern is
crisp and complete, the compact top is clean with all the original
components in place, a clear make-up mirror, both powder & rouge wells with
puffs, the unusual celluloid comb is in it's own swing out sleeve,
condition is all you could hope for, without damages or wear, nice
and clean inside and out, a vintage treasure for the collector click on the
photo for more pictures and additional details, this purse is also listed in
our mesh purse category.
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Wonderful 1930's Evans golden
vanity compact bag, mesh attributed to the Whiting & Davis
Company, striking Art Nouveau styled sculpted raised floral
top, original interior lining and both puff applicators,
original rouge intact, metal mirror still good, all hinges
are secure, clasps close snugly, mesh is all intact, connected
and shiny, no visible damages, excellent vintage condition.
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Fully loaded 1930's - 1940's vanity compact
carry-all purse, features mother-of-pearl shell in multiple styles and Art
deco shapes, interior mirror, attached lipstick tube, change purse holds it's
comb, clean unused powder well and make-up puff, storage compartments,
gold tone metal case shows minimal aging, bright chain handle, all elements
in good order, couple small spots on the mirror, really nice vintage
condition, a great wardrobe accessory, click on the photo for more about this
exceptionally nice purse.
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Exceptional and rare vintage vanity
compact carryall purse, covered in claw set bright radiant blue rhinestones
and
bordered with three rows of faux pearls, all secure and intact, brass
tone case has a heavy slinky snake style chain handle, interior is complete
with unused powder puff and comb, lipstick and coin holders,
excellent condition, it's a gem click the photo for more pictures and
description.
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Wonderful 1940 -1950 designer
compact carryall vanity purse covered with bright, clear, sparkling claw set
rhinestones, brass tone case with snake style chain carry
handle, complete interior with unused powder puff, mirror,
lipstick, comb, cigarette & hidden compartments, excellent
condition, it twinkles, very nice vintage condition, a Wiesner Trickettes
beauty, click on the photo for more exciting details.
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