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Vintage Enamel Gold Plated Silver Powder Compact

$995
£753.99
€878.82
CA$1,422.28
A$1,440.10
CHF 819.27
MX$17,501.71
NOK 9,684.16
SEK 9,633.28
DKK 6,569.38

About the Item

This finely detailed compact features a hand-painted enamel plaque depicting an 18th-century style pastoral scene of a courting couple resting beside a tree and draped fabric. The miniature painting is framed by a turquoise blue enamel border and ornate gilt scrollwork, giving the piece a strong Rococo revival aesthetic. The compact itself is crafted in richly gilt metal with deeply engraved foliate and scroll decoration across the exterior surfaces. The interior opens to reveal a fitted mirror in the lid and a compartment below, originally designed to hold pressed powder. The interior base is decorated with engraved swirling motifs consistent with the exterior workmanship. An impressed “800” mark appears on the interior rim, indicating .800 silver beneath the gilt finish. The hinged construction closes securely and the overall form has an elegant multi-sided shape typical of early to mid-20th century European compacts. A beautifully decorative vintage vanity accessory combining enamel miniature painting, fine engraving, and warm gilt finish. Weight: 81.5 Grams Measurements: 68.7 x 54.3 x 13.7 Hallmark: 800 Metal: Gold Plated 800 Silver Item #: BR-1816-022826-09
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    81.5 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.54 in (13.7 mm)Width: 2.14 in (54.3 mm)Length: 2.71 in (68.7 mm)
  • Style:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BR-1816-022826-091stDibs: LU3776229721212

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