Pretty brass mirror powder compact with Mother of Pearl chequer board inlay and working musical box.
This charming item combines function and whimsy and plays a pretty vintage tune.
Genuine mother-of-pearl (MOP) powder compact by the renowned Swiss maker AGME. This exquisite mid-century accessory features a hand-set "checkerboard" mosaic of light reflecting iridescent tiles.
Retains the original "AGME MAdein Switzerland" emboss in the inner lid.
A sleek, rectangular gold-tone metal case with ribbed back detail and with a full-view bevelled interior mirror.
Features a lidded compartment for loose powder, the original perfumed powder and cotton pad are still in the case. Designed originally with a push-button opening, this is now missing however there is a light magnetic feel to the closure, the hinge and magnetic closure are in good working order, closing with a gentle light"click."
This is a neat pocket / handbag size.
A highly collectable accessory today — and can still be enjoyed by simply refilling it with your preferred brand of make-up.
This collectors item is still fit for everyday use, or display or a meaningful gift for anyone who appreciates elegant vintage pieces or a lover of 1950s Hollywood Regency style..
AGME is the premier Swiss company that manufactured high-end luxury vanity items from the late 1940s through the early 1960s.
measures-
W 8.3cm
W 6.2cm
D 2cm
notes-
-this has a wind up musical mechanism which is working, pull up the small button to play and press down gently to stop
-powder compact is intact with original powder still in place
-mirror is in good condition, is clear and provides a sharp reflection and has some foxing in the corners.
-no damage to MOP inlay, the tiles are all intact with a vibrant pearlescent luster.
-gold-tone metal shows very some age-related wear, to the back and interior consistent with a used and loved vintage piece.
Pretty brass mirror powder compact with Mother of Pearl chequer board inlay and working musical box.
This charming item combines function and whimsy and plays a pretty vintage tune.
Genuine mother-of-pearl (MOP) powder compact by the renowned Swiss maker AGME. This exquisite mid-century accessory features a hand-set "checkerboard" mosaic of light reflecting iridescent tiles.
Retains the original "AGME MAdein Switzerland" emboss in the inner lid.
A sleek, rectangular gold-tone metal case with ribbed back detail and with a full-view bevelled interior mirror.
Features a lidded compartment for loose powder, the original perfumed powder and cotton pad are still in the case. Designed originally with a push-button opening, this is now missing however there is a light magnetic feel to the closure, the hinge and magnetic closure are in good working order, closing with a gentle light"click."
This is a neat pocket / handbag size.
A highly collectable accessory today — and can still be enjoyed by simply refilling it with your preferred brand of make-up.
This collectors item is still fit for everyday use, or display or a meaningful gift for anyone who appreciates elegant vintage pieces or a lover of 1950s Hollywood Regency style..
AGME is the premier Swiss company that manufactured high-end luxury vanity items from the late 1940s through the early 1960s.
measures-
W 8.3cm
W 6.2cm
D 2cm
notes-
-this has a wind up musical mechanism which is working, pull up the small button to play and press down gently to stop
-powder compact is intact with original powder still in place
-mirror is in good condition, is clear and provides a sharp reflection and has some foxing in the corners.
-no damage to MOP inlay, the tiles are all intact with a vibrant pearlescent luster.
-gold-tone metal shows very some age-related wear, to the back and interior consistent with a used and loved vintage piece.
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