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Bakelite Minaudière Box

$525
£399.51
€468.17
CA$752.18
A$766.40
CHF 433.31
MX$9,324.98
NOK 5,177.49
SEK 5,164.09
DKK 3,499.83

About the Item

Bakelite minaudière box. Vintage Italian bakelite tortoise box with hinged mirrored removable lid, hinged lid double compartments and two open compartments. Originally a lady’s  makeup powder compact which holds paper blotter, lipstick, rouge and powder. Great rich butterscotch colour. Italy, 1930’s. Dimensions: 5.5" W x 4.5" D x 1" H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1084241937552

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