Whether youre a seasoned collector or just starting out, i. Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage compacts. Beautylishs team of makeup artists and beauty experts are here to help. Powder compacts by juliette edwards this is only my second book on the subject of compacts vanity cases. One of our aims is to promote the appreciation and collecting of powder compacts and all the many associated items, such as. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. No longer a fashion accessory, the compact has become a favorite of collectors who find plenty of varieties from which to choose. Vintage book compact mirror geometric leather covered makeup case.
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Feb 12, 2010 jones doesnt inquire, but all is revealed on page 239 of marshs compacts and cosmetics with a gorgeous portrait of a 1947 mint and sealed evening in paris powder box. A ll compacts are pre loved vintage so inevitably will not be in new condition. If you need assistance in anything from color matching to your perfect skin care regimen, were here to help. Click here to see additions to the collection since this catalogue was written. A beginners guide to collecting ladies face powder compacts and vanity carryalls. Mascara and eyeliner were employed to create a smokey eyeshadow look. For additional information about powder compact books consult our useful information section. Vintage round face powder compact floral gold tone metal case wmirror 4 diam. A wonderful gift mirror inside for convenient touchups. Powder compacts charles mallory london luxury compact. The ideal compact companion to create a healthylooking matte finish.
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A beginners guide to collecting all things vintage and retro are making a come back in both current edgy fashion lines and as hot collectible genres. These you need just one of each, which are great for gift giving a. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. How ever mueller expands her information on compacts with every chapter and the different compacts are catagorized by type ie, military, novalty etc and she also includes face powder boxes and other related items in her books. Other books i have specify the mint and some i just cant find so it frustrates me to have the empty slots.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Buy collectors encyclopedia of compacts, carryalls and face powder boxes. New york company and maker of compacts in the 1950s. Your email address will never be sold or distributed to a third party for any reason. I like this book because it has all the years in one book and it doesnt specify which mint. What kind of support should you expect from your collector supplier after the sale and installation. Vintage clover malaya music box with tiger and elephants unused 1950s plays annie laurie regular price. It covers compacts from the 1920s, stratton classics of the 1940s and 1950s. Use with any loose powder of your choice, as well as any standard pressed powder. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. It breaks down the different categories of compacts e. We will describe each item as fully as possible, however if you require further information or photos before purchase please do not hesitate to contact us. Flair was the last of marshall fields inhouse perfume lines and was developed by harold lancaster, marshall fields chief chemist.
Powder coating dust collection systems dust collectors. Get the best deals on vintage compact when you shop the largest online selection at. Compacts and smoking accessories roseann ettinger,collectors book. Powder compacts and vanities of the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. A collectors guide miller s collectors guides 01 by edwards, juliette isbn. I love compacts that are a little odd, colourful and ones which were originally intended to be sold as souvenirs.
Based in new york, they manufactured compacts in the 1950s. The home of insider tips on collecting compact mirrors and powder compacts. Michele alice takes us back to more glamorous times in todays collector s corner column as she looks at powder compacts. Find suppliers of dust collectors, dust collector filters and cartridges. These luxury powder compacts have changed throughout time. Often these personalized compacts were engraved with the owners initials.
Collecting compact mirrors and powder compacts extract. Compacts will be packed with care, with original vintage pouch box if available or complimentary gift pouch. Red mondaine powder and rouge book compact uwdc uw. This guide provides potential and practising collectors with an introduction to these items. Apr 30, 2012 how to start a powder compact collection part 2 of my interview with weranda a vintage compact by zenette, england a little more from my recent interview with polish magazine, weranda. Founded in 1995 we promote the conservation of powder compacts and all vintage glamour items. My prized possession among compacts i have collected is a little black enamel shell shaped compact etched in gold with a 2 x 2 small watch inside, whose face can be. For example, the illinois watchcase company of elgin il used a number of different brand names elginite, eam. Vintage book compact mirror geometric leather covered makeup. This book is just as beautiful as gersons vintage ladys compacts with just as many color photographs of compacts. Powder compacts from the forties and fifties are the latest collector. Powder compacts charles mallory london luxury compact mirrors. The collection dates back to the victorian and edwardian periods and includes compacts, perfume ephemera, perfume cards, and talcum powder tins. Perfume and toilet requisites line introduced in 1923 by marshall field department store, chicago, illinois.
Juliette is also the author of a book entitled powder compacts a collectors guide, published by millers in 2000. The more of these accompanying items, the greater is the value of the compact. A little more from my recent interview with polish magazine, weranda. But it tends to be limited to those companies that actually branded their cases with their own names or their own proprietary brands. Roselyn, a collector for 20 years, has just published her fourth book. Antique powder compact for sale in uk view 23 bargains. Juliette is also the author of a book entitled powder compacts a collectors guide, published by miller s in 2000. Mondaine powder and rouge book compact with a gold tone case and a red leather book cover. Jul 30, 2015 insider tips on collecting compact mirrors and powder compacts. Used, 3 x gilt vintage powder compacts and deco ha. Enjoy browsing through this large collection of perfume bottles from europe, australia and the united states. Here at, we are committed to protecting your privacy. Eventually compacts were combined with watches, cameras, cigarette lighters, embellished with floral designs, personalized with initials, phone numbers and even photographs. Michele alice takes us back to more glamorous times in todays collectors corner column as she looks at powder compacts.
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