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Compact with Case

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1949

GUSN

GUSN-10079

Description

Gold-plated rectangular compact with an applicator and a mirror. [.1] A dark blue nylon carrying case. [.2]

Details

Descriptive Terms

compacts
plate (material)
gold (metal)
Container, Cosmetic
Compact
Gold Plate
Compact

Inscription

"COTY" (Stamped inside of compact)

Additional Identification Number

1996.59a
1996.59b

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Theodora Lawton

Accession Number

1996.59.1-.2

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