What is this? :)

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by smadgos, Nov 6, 2018.

  1. smadgos

    smadgos Well-Known Member

    Thanks!
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    smadgos, Nov 6, 2018
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  2. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    Do we get any clues? Like what material(s) appear to be involved? Why the inside seems to be filled with something white in one picture and then black in another?
     
    Bakersgma, Nov 6, 2018
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  3. Hollyblue

    Hollyblue Well-Known Member

    2 compartments with a beveled mirror in the top.
     
    Hollyblue, Nov 6, 2018
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  4. bluumz

    bluumz Quite Busy

    You probably realize this already but I believe it’s some sort of compact/reticule purse. I have no idea of the age. Very interesting and pretty!
     
    bluumz, Nov 6, 2018
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  5. johnnycb09

    johnnycb09 Well-Known Member

    Is it pottery ? It kinda looks like resin. Sure seems unwieldy for someone to carry. I bet its heavy .
     
    johnnycb09, Nov 6, 2018
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  6. clutteredcloset49

    clutteredcloset49 Well-Known Member

    I'm guessing 1920s purse.
    Top for lipstick, comb, and powder, bottom for everything else.

    I doubt it is American. French? German?
    Doesn't look like Bakelite. More like celluloid or plastic ivory for the time period.
     
    clutteredcloset49, Nov 6, 2018
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  7. Aquitaine

    Aquitaine Is What It IS! But NEVER BORED!

    I'm betting it's not all that heavy, but it DOES look awkward!!!
     
    Aquitaine, Nov 6, 2018
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