{"title":"Art Deco","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of vintage Art Deco compacts and vanity accessories, including 1920s and 1930s powder compacts, minaudières, cigarette cases and other decorative pieces with geometric, enamel, guilloché and machine-age styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach item is individually photographed, researched and clearly described, with maker, age, condition and original accessories noted wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"art-deco-leather-covered-powder-compact-46255","title":"Art Deco L.F. (Louis Frères) Leather-Covered Powder Compact, Chrome Frame, French, 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stylish French Art Deco powder compact by L.F. (Louis Frères), dating from approximately the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rectangular case combines a textured pale leather covering with a polished chrome frame, creating a restrained geometric appearance very much in keeping with the Art Deco period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact is stamped L.F. at the interior hinge and opens to reveal its original mirror and powder sifter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is good vintage overall. The pale leather covering presents well, with one small mark visible and shown clearly in the photographs. The interior has light age-related wear consistent with previous use, while the mirror remains clear. The hinge operates correctly and the compact closes securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: approximately 8.5 × 7.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly elegant French compact whose combination of textured leather and polished chrome makes it quite different from the enamelled vanity pieces more commonly encountered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54452254474581,"sku":"EB-236986290502","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7809199244_tbj9_a7708cc4-f677-4f56-8fc5-356bf827c84a.jpg?v=1789906591"},{"product_id":"vintage-art-deco-blue-enamel-powder-58446","title":"Vintage Art Deco Blue Enamel Powder Compact with Silver Stripes, 8.5cm, Original Leather Pouch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking vintage powder compact with a rich blue enamel lid and bold silver-tone diagonal stripe decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strong geometric design gives the compact a distinctly Art Deco appearance, with the deep blue enamel providing a dramatic contrast against the bright silver-tone bands. At approximately 8.5 cm across, it is also a generously sized example with plenty of visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact retains its original interior components and, unusually, is accompanied by its original leather protective pouch — an increasingly difficult accessory to find surviving with vintage compacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is good vintage overall. There is visible enamel loss around the hinge area together with light surface wear from age, use and storage. The interior also shows age-related cosmetic wear. These points are clearly shown in the photographs and have been taken into account in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: approximately 8.5 cm diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very attractive geometric vintage compact, made particularly appealing by its rich blue enamel and the survival of its original leather pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54452259094869,"sku":"TCC-66","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7852542303_83pl_e4810df0-2d18-4c21-8334-42bbacdc2fa6.jpg?v=1789906680"},{"product_id":"vintage-three-flowers-richard-hudnut-art-57454","title":"Vintage Richard Hudnut Three Flowers Art Deco Powder Compact, Engine-Turned Silver Tone, 6 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Three Flowers powder compact by Richard Hudnut, with a striking geometric engine-turned design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-tone case measures approximately 6 cm across and the lid is decorated with crisp engine turning arranged in a distinctly geometric pattern, giving the compact a strong Art Deco appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the compact is signed around the mirror “Three Flowers – Richard Hudnut”, identifying both the famous cosmetics line and its maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is good vintage overall. The exterior remains attractive with light surface wear from age and use, while the interior shows more visible cosmetic wear consistent with previous use. The original powder puff is no longer present. Please study the photographs carefully, which form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: approximately 6 cm diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn attractive period Richard Hudnut compact and a lovely surviving piece from the Three Flowers cosmetics range, particularly appealing for its geometric engine-turned case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54452259488085,"sku":"TCC-64","price":32.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7857210505_fwgx_4f2a06cc-9364-4731-9ad2-3bce16511257.jpg?v=1789906686"},{"product_id":"art-deco-engine-turned-powder-compact-62002","title":"Art Deco Engine Turned Powder Compact with Blue Enamel Geometric Design, Complete with Puff \u0026 Sifter, 1930s Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully elegant Art Deco powder compact, beautifully crafted with a finely engine turned silver-tone finish and a striking blue geometric enamel design to the lid. Stamped “Foreign”, this charming compact dates to the 1930s and captures the clean lines and understated sophistication that define the Art Deco era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening to reveal its original mirror, complete powder well, original sifter and puff, it is a lovely surviving example that has retained all the features collectors hope to find. The mirror remains clear, while the compact displays gentle signs of age and use that only add to its authentic vintage character without detracting from its beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 8cm, it also comes with a protective pouch, making it a wonderful addition to a vintage vanity collection or a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates timeless Art Deco design and beautifully preserved accessories from a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54452265648469,"sku":"TCC-79","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8277778121_8s4n_b4883ba9-5629-4223-b035-f21c7203ab0d.jpg?v=1789906774"},{"product_id":"vintage-scots-guards-powder-compact-29341","title":"Vintage Art Deco Scots Guards Gold-Tone Powder Compact – Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is something unexpectedly beautiful about finding a proud military emblem on an object as personal as a powder compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in England, this vintage gold-tone compact carries the enamelled insignia of the Scots Guards, set at the centre of a richly textured geometric design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps it was bought as a souvenir, perhaps given by somebody connected with the regiment; its individual story has been lost. What remains is a fascinating little meeting of two very different worlds — regimental tradition and the intimate ritual of a lady’s handbag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse has a simpler brushed finish, while inside are the original mirror and powder compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe insignia remains crisp, the gold-tone finish is bright and the mirror is clear apart from minor marks. Both hinge and clasp operate correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unusual and rather poignant piece of British social history, carrying its Scots Guards connection quietly through the decades.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466534998357,"sku":"TCC-308","price":27.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7236015700_6gf0_c1a848bb-c3e2-49e7-be81-e6619abad76c.jpg?v=1789907038"},{"product_id":"vintage-gwenda-foiled-harbour-scene-90235","title":"Vintage Gwenda Foiled Harbour Scene Powder Bowl with Original Puff \u0026 Inner Cover – Art Deco Milk Glass Vanity Powder Pot – Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and increasingly scarce vintage Gwenda powder bowl, decorated with a vibrant harbour scene featuring sailing boats, a lighthouse and shimmering waters beneath a richly coloured sky. Produced in England, Gwenda became renowned for their distinctive foil scenic vanity pieces, which remain highly sought after by collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a particularly desirable and complete example, retaining its original inner powder cover and original powder puff, features that are so often missing after decades of use. The colourful foil scene remains beautifully vibrant, perfectly complemented by the elegant frosted milk glass base, creating a timeless dressing table accessory that captures the romance of a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gwenda mark is present to the interior, confirming its authenticity. Originally intended to hold loose face powder, these charming powder bowls brought both beauty and practicality to the dressing tables of the 1930s and 1940s, and today they remain treasured decorative pieces as well as highly collectable examples of British vanity history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed as part of a Gwenda collection or alongside Stratton, Kigu and other vintage vanity treasures, this complete powder bowl makes a wonderful addition to any collection and an elegant gift for someone who appreciates beautifully preserved vintage accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures approximately 8 cm (3.15 inches) in diameter and 3 cm (1.18 inches) high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and show the excellent overall condition, together with the original inner powder cover and original powder puff.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466557575509,"sku":"TCC-336","price":54.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8178593724_2lqx.jpg?v=1789907252"},{"product_id":"rare-vintage-coty-paris-st-bartholomew-13160","title":"Rare Vintage Coty Paris St. Bartholomew Powder Compact – Foiled Lid, 5.5cm, Art Deco Era","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual vintage Coty Paris powder compact featuring a metallic foiled devotional image of St Bartholomew — a subject very rarely encountered on a cosmetic compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-tone case measures approximately 5.5 cm diameter, with an engine-turned reverse marked Coty Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the colourful foiled lid is the inscription “St Bartholomew Guard Prosper and Bring Happiness.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the original mirror remains in place, although it now has considerable spotting, and the powder well still contains traces of its original contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact date is uncertain, although its construction and styling place it broadly within the Art Deco to mid-century period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foiled image remains remarkably colourful with its metallic detail still clearly visible. The interior shows evidence of previous use, while both hinge and clasp remain secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fascinating crossover between early cosmetics, devotional imagery and personal talisman — and certainly one of the more unusual Coty compacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466577400149,"sku":"TCC-137","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7303847048_fcs7_88f36605-d1e1-4810-967b-bd87a1463ba4.jpg?v=1789907501"},{"product_id":"vintage-silver-art-deco-powder-compact-83494","title":"Vintage Silver-Tone Art Deco Powder Compact \u0026 Cigarette Case Combo Minaudiere","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn ingenious vintage Art Deco combination powder compact and cigarette case, bringing two handbag accessories together within one silver-coloured metal case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 8 x 8 x 1 cm, the square case has two separate release buttons, allowing each compartment to be opened independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne side contains the powder compartment and retains its original powder sifter and puff. The opposite side opens to reveal the separate cigarette compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original mirror is missing from the powder side, which is an important condition point and has been reflected in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtherwise, the piece retains its original internal fittings and the unusual dual-compartment construction that makes these multi-purpose Art Deco accessories so interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a clever little survivor from an era when a woman could carry powder and cigarettes together in one elegant case — but it is the construction and surviving original fittings, rather than simply the romance of the period, that make this one worth picking up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466579464533,"sku":"TCC-142","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7351608825_36mz_45900929-4716-4af5-b0a3-a5be8aa70f85.jpg?v=1789907411"},{"product_id":"vintage-kigu-of-london-powder-compact-50951","title":"Vintage Kigu of London Gold-Tone Chevron Art Deco Powder Compact, 8 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Kigu of London powder compact has a wonderfully strong geometric design, with crisp chevrons radiating across its softly squared gold-tone case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in England, it measures approximately 8 cm across and is marked Kigu of London, Made in England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, it remains particularly complete with its original mirror, Kigu-branded powder puff and mesh sifter still present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-tone finish remains bright, the mirror is clear and both the hinge and clasp operate correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bold chevron pattern gives this Kigu a much more graphic appearance than the maker’s familiar floral compacts, relying entirely on texture, geometry and the way the engine turning catches the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully preserved and complete Kigu, with just enough golden glamour to make something practical feel rather special.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466605449557,"sku":"TCC-190","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7277063414_qvu0.jpg?v=1789907591"},{"product_id":"elegant-vintage-art-deco-silver-powder-70837","title":"Vintage Art Deco Silver-Tone Powder Compact","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is a quiet elegance to this old Art Deco compact — simple, substantial and beautifully understated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating from the Art Deco period, the silver-coloured case has a restrained design that relies on shape, proportion and the softly aged surface rather than elaborate decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe maker has been lost to history, but at approximately 6.5 cm across, it has a pleasing weight and solidity in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface shows light scratches, small marks and some softening to the finish from its years of use, but it presents beautifully and retains that lovely muted sheen that suits an original period piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is something wonderfully evocative about an object like this. Whatever handbags it travelled in and whoever once caught their reflection in it are now unknown, leaving only the compact itself — a small survivor from the glamour of the Art Deco years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466634088789,"sku":"TCC-230","price":19.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7255792976_748u_9c502908-3f1f-47bb-b6e4-25332d838d0f.jpg?v=1789907724"},{"product_id":"art-deco-engine-turned-silver-tone-powder-81536","title":"Art Deco Engine Turned Silver Tone Powder Compact – 1930s Round Vanity Display Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely Art Deco powder compact dating to approximately the 1930s, featuring a beautifully precise engine-turned lid with fine concentric guilloché lines radiating from the centre. This classic circular pattern catches the light wonderfully and reflects the elegant geometric styling that defined the Art Deco era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact is finished in a polished silver tone and is accented with a distinctive geometric clasp detail set with small paste stones and black celluloid. This decorative element adds a subtle architectural touch typical of 1930s vanity accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the compact retains its mirror along with the original powder sifter and puff, giving a charming glimpse into the dressing table rituals of a bygone era. Pieces that still retain their internal fittings are always particularly appealing to collectors of vintage vanity items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lid uses a press-stud style catch typical of many Art Deco compacts. The catch has now weakened with age and the lid no longer stays shut, so the compact is best suited as a display piece rather than for carrying in a handbag. It remains a very attractive decorative vanity accessory and a lovely example of Art Deco design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its timeless circular guilloché finish and elegant geometric detailing, this compact would make a wonderful addition to any collection of vintage powder compacts or dressing table treasures from the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 7 cm (approximately 2.75 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage condition with light signs of age consistent with its era. The lid catch no longer holds securely and the compact will not stay closed, so it is recommended primarily for display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466695889237,"sku":"TCC-124","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7947572421_5i49_4953e7f1-5bb6-4f8c-ba0f-ee64c7be82da.jpg?v=1789905924"},{"product_id":"french-celluloid-powder-compact-red-24543","title":"Vintage French Red Celluloid Powder Compact with Art Deco Scene, 7.5cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusual vintage French powder compact in rich red celluloid, decorated with a figural scene strongly evocative of the Art Deco period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 7.5 cm, the vivid red case has a warmth and depth quite different from enamelled metal, while the pictorial decoration gives the compact considerably more character than a plain geometric design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the compact retains its mirror and powder compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are marks and signs of use appropriate to the age of the piece and its celluloid construction, but the strong colour and decorative scene remain its dominant features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking piece of French vanity ware combining one of the most recognisable early plastics with the fashionable pictorial decoration of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466696413525,"sku":"TCC-126","price":21.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7484059344_d4bm_3b341f47-b0cb-4de1-b496-33ae78157175.jpg?v=1789905930"},{"product_id":"gwenda-green-art-deco-powder-compact-71078","title":"Vintage Gwenda Green Octagonal Art Deco Powder Compact","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lovely vintage Gwenda powder compact in a classic Art Deco octagonal shape, finished in striking green. This collectable compact is a wonderful piece for display or any vintage accessory collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront: Attractive green finish with a central black detail. There are some marks and signs of age to the front (see photos), in keeping with its vintage character.\u003cbr\u003e\nBack: The rear also shows some surface marks, but retains its original gloss.\u003cbr\u003e\nInterior: The internal trim is very good, and the mirror is clear. The powder plate has rust, as pictured—this could likely be carefully cleaned, but I prefer to leave all compacts in their original, unenhanced condition for authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures approx. 5.5 cm (2.2 in) across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact is best suited for a collector or as a decorative display item. A charming addition to any Art Deco or vintage compact collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54466700673365,"sku":"TCC-134","price":24.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.7857296865_6gao.jpg?v=1789905955"},{"product_id":"rare-art-deco-green-white-enamel-86371","title":"Rare Art Deco Green \u0026 White Enamel Sliding Powder Compact with Original Tassel c.1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA truly captivating Art Deco sliding powder compact dating to the 1930s, beautifully decorated in striking emerald green, ivory and chrome with a bold geometric design that perfectly captures the elegance and sophistication of the Art Deco movement. Distinctive in both form and function, this unusual compact slides gracefully from its protective outer sleeve using the original red silk tassel, revealing a beautifully engineered vanity accessory designed for the stylish woman of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional hinged compacts, the innovative sliding design offers both protection and elegance, reflecting the ingenuity and craftsmanship for which Art Deco accessories are so highly regarded. Today, these sliding compacts are becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly in such an attractive colour combination and with the original tassel still present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the compact retains its mirror and powder compartment, creating a beautiful blend of practicality and timeless design. The geometric enamel decoration remains wonderfully vibrant, while the chrome finish complements the bold architectural styling synonymous with the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 7cm x 4.75cm, the compact remains in very good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with careful use. It slides smoothly within its outer case, the clasp closes securely, and it displays beautifully. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional addition to any collection of Art Deco vanity accessories, this rare sliding powder compact is a beautiful reminder of an era when even the smallest personal possessions were created with imagination, elegance and uncompromising craftsmanship. Equally at home displayed on a dressing table or treasured within a serious collection, it is a piece that celebrates the glamour and enduring romance of the Art Deco age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54510863090005,"sku":"TCC-226","price":94.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8325720642_df6x.jpg?v=1789906232"},{"product_id":"vintage-art-deco-silver-tone-engine-20848","title":"Vintage Art Deco Silver Tone Engine Turned Powder Compact – Geometric Vanity Compact – Unmarked – 7cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stylish vintage Art Deco powder compact featuring an elegant silver-tone finish with a striking concentric engine-turned design centred around a geometric arrow motif. The clean, architectural styling captures the timeless sophistication of the Art Deco era, making this an attractive addition to any vintage vanity collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact opens to reveal a bright mirror and retains both the original powder sifter and puff, adding to its authenticity and display appeal. The square shape with clipped corners enhances its distinctive Art Deco aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough unmarked, this is a well-made vintage compact with quality construction and classic period styling. It closes securely and remains in lovely vintage condition with age-related surface wear and light marks consistent with careful use, as shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful piece for collectors of Art Deco vanity accessories or anyone looking for an elegant silver-tone compact with timeless geometric design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate size: 7cm x 7cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54516535165269,"sku":"TCC-234","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8329372836_91hr_1c7bdfa6-e0aa-442f-8af5-ac994713ff67.jpg?v=1789906207"},{"product_id":"rare-1934-volupte-quint-art-deco-five-in-98567","title":"Rare 1934 Volupté Quint Art Deco Five in One Vanity Carryall Powder Compact with Comb Minaudière","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderful and rare Volupté “Quint” vanity carryall dating to 1934, finished in ivory enamel with gold tone fittings and a beautiful Art Deco rhinestone clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quint was an ingenious five-in-one design, its name referring to the five vanity essentials contained within: powder, rouge, lipstick, comb and mirror. This example retains all five elements, including its concealed tortoiseshell-effect comb, together with the original Volupté powder puff and small rouge puff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model is documented in specialist compact literature, where examples are described as rare and period advertising for the design is recorded from November 1934.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 10.5 x 4 cm, the slim case opens to reveal a full-width mirror, with individual hinged compartments for powder, rouge and lip colour. Lifting the inner mirror section reveals the original comb tucked neatly beneath – a wonderfully clever piece of 1930s vanity design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact remains in lovely vintage condition for its approximately 90 years of age, with age-related wear, marks and crazing to the ivory enamel as shown. The original cosmetics remain present and are offered for historical\/display purposes only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly charming and unusually complete example of the Volupté Quint, and a fabulous piece for a collector of Art Deco compacts, vintage cosmetics and early vanity accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54559341543765,"sku":"TCC-346","price":149.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8400893211_pa6r.jpg?v=1789906083"},{"product_id":"vintage-art-deco-jeweled-powder-compact-93096","title":"Vintage Art Deco Jeweled Powder Compact – Emerald Green Paste Stones – 1930s 1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking vintage Art Deco powder compact dating to approximately the 1930s–1940s, beautifully decorated with emerald-green and clear paste stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 8 x 5.5cm, the rectangular silver-tone case features wonderful geometric engine-turned decoration, with contrasting linear and finely textured panels creating a dramatic architectural design. Rows of vivid green stones run along each side, while the centre is finished with a geometric jewel-set motif combining green and clear stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside is a large rectangular mirror and the original framed fabric powder sifter. The compact is stamped “FOREIGN” to the clasp; no maker’s name has been found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the decorative stones appear to be present, which is particularly lovely to find on a piece of this age. There is age-related surface wear and marking to the case and some minor deterioration\/marks to the mirror, all shown in the photographs and consistent with its vintage age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully glamorous Art Deco compact with fabulous geometric detailing and jewel-like green accents – a beautiful piece for a vintage vanity or powder compact collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54569445949781,"sku":"TCC-366","price":41.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8406468729_4r7b.jpg?v=1789905912"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-ls-mayer-lsm-elma-09633","title":"Vintage 1930s L.S. Mayer LSM ‘Elma’ Large Art Deco Minaudière Vanity Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fabulous and wonderfully engineered 1930s Art Deco vanity case, identified as the large-size L.S. Mayer ‘Elma’ by comparison with the example illustrated in Lisa Larsson’s specialist L.S. Mayer identification guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 15.5 x 10.5 x 2 cm, this substantial minaudière was designed as an elegant all-in-one evening companion, incorporating an extraordinary array of fitted compartments within its slim rectangular form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpening the large mirrored lid reveals a beautifully arranged gilt interior with separate powder and rouge compartments, lipstick fitting, cigarette compartment and a further fitted section containing its tortoiseshell-effect comb. Particularly lovely is the surviving rouge, which remains in place together with its original paper refill instruction label – a wonderful piece of period detail rarely retained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior is finished in cream enamel with gilt metal fittings and a distinctive broad ribbed clasp. The quality and complexity of the construction are wonderfully characteristic of L.S. Mayer’s ingenious pre-war vanity cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example carries no visible maker’s mark, so the attribution has been made by comparison with the documented LSM ‘Elma’ large-size vanity case illustrated in Lisa Larsson’s identification guide, rather than from a mark on the case itself. Larsson’s extensive research into L.S. Mayer and her specialist reference guides are recognised by the British Compact Collectors Society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case remains remarkably complete, retaining many of the small components so often lost from these elaborate vanity cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is age-related wear throughout. Most notably, the cream enamel has fading and tonal variation, with further wear to the gilt finish consistent with its age. Please study the photographs carefully as these form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fascinating and unusually complete example of the LSM Elma, and a wonderful piece for a collector of L.S. 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The cream and dark detailing surrounding the stones forms part of the original design, giving the lid wonderful depth and emphasising its bold geometric pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an incredibly glamorous piece – dramatic, unusual and unmistakably Art Deco in appearance. The sheer number of rhinestones creates a fabulous sparkle as the compact catches the light, while the angular octagonal shape adds beautifully to its strong period styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside is the original powder compartment with mesh sifter together with the original mirror. The compact is marked “Made in England”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior presents beautifully and the elaborate rhinestone decoration remains the star of the show. There are signs of age and previous use to the metalwork, while the original mirror has substantial foxing and deterioration consistent with its age, as clearly shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully decadent collector’s piece with enormous display appeal – beautifully detailed, gloriously sparkly and certainly not your everyday vintage powder compact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54661926486357,"sku":"02206869176629","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8425279593_i38a.jpg?v=1789905814"},{"product_id":"antique-1920s-art-deco-powder-compact-37197","title":"Antique 1920s Art Deco Powder Compact – Marinello Style Silver Tone Floral Heart Design – Rotating Powder Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and unusual antique powder compact dating to the 1920s, with an ornate pressed floral design surrounding a woven-effect heart cartouche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 5 x 4.5 cm, the compact has a silver-tone exterior with a warm gold-tone interior. Inside is a clever rotating powder plate with three petal-shaped openings, allowing access to the loose powder well beneath, together with its original mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very similar period compact is documented as a Marinello powder and rouge compact; this example is the smaller single powder version. As this piece is unmarked, it is offered as Marinello style rather than definitively attributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact remains in good antique condition for its age, with visible age-related wear and deterioration to the interior mirror and finish, all of which can be seen clearly in the photographs. The clasp and moving components remain functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully characterful survivor from the glamour of the 1920s and a particularly interesting addition to an early compact collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54662449037653,"sku":"02257556652341","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8433843457_ijez_f488e4b9-adae-47fd-ba4a-dc1756c9b3d6.jpg?v=1789905717"},{"product_id":"1930s-art-deco-seventeen-colgate-maison-99360","title":"1930s Art Deco Seventeen Colgate Maison Jeurelle Enamel Powder Compact","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn original 1930s Art Deco powder compact from the Seventeen cosmetics range by Maison Jeurelle for Colgate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe octagonal compact has a dark gunmetal-tone case with a striking geometric enamel panel featuring a stylised flower in pink, green, black and silver – a wonderfully distinctive Art Deco design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior is signed “Seventeen” and “COLGATE” and retains its original mirror and powder well. Some original powder residue remains in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 5 cm across, this is a particularly attractive small vanity compact dating from the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enamel decoration remains colourful and displays beautifully. The mirror is present and usable with virtually no age-related marks. Please see photographs for the full condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous genuine Art Deco vanity piece and an interesting example from Colgate’s early cosmetics history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54721422000469,"sku":"TCC-391","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8463891631_mv3a_6c469789-848b-4da1-8287-f336329627f2.jpg?v=1789905476"},{"product_id":"vintage-stratton-powder-compact-two-tone-73824","title":"Vintage Stratton Powder Compact Two Tone Blue Stone Clasp Art Deco Style","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning vintage Stratton powder compact in a beautifully detailed two-tone finish, with a scalloped octagonal silhouette that gives it a distinctly Art Deco-style elegance. Warm gold-tone scrolling decoration frames the silvery central panel, which has a finely textured concentric pattern that catches the light most attractively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre, the clasp forms a particularly striking focal point, set with a row of vivid blue rectangular stones in dark-toned decorative metalwork. The reverse is finished in crisp horizontal gold-tone ribbing. Measuring 7.5cm across, the compact opens to reveal a mirror and Stratton-marked gold-tone powder well, complete with its removable mesh sifter edged in soft pink velvet and fitted with a small lifting tab. It is supplied with a black pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unusually ornate Stratton compact is in excellent vintage condition, with a bright, well-preserved presentation and its sifter retained. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54862777680213,"sku":"TCC525","price":59.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8483754632_29kb.jpg?v=1789905240"},{"product_id":"vintage-art-deco-camera-shaped-powder-33186","title":"Vintage Art Deco Camera-Shaped Powder Compact with Manicure Set \u0026 Concealed Lipstick Tube","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn unusually charming Art Deco camera-shaped vanity compact, finished in pale grey and black snakeskin-effect covering with warm gold-tone fittings. Its wonderfully distinctive rectangular form, rounded roll-shaped ends and raised central panel evoke a miniature camera, while the finely embossed floral border lends the piece a delicate decorative finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne side contains a powder compartment with its hinged mirror and cream fabric powder puff, while the reverse reveals a neatly fitted manicure section. This retains three cream coloured handled implements—a nail file and two manicure tools—held in place against a tan woven panel with stitched edging and elastic loops. A separate gold-tone lipstick tube is cleverly concealed within the side of the case and is shown removed in the photographs. Measuring approximately 10 x 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact is in good vintage condition. Its attractive snakeskin-effect finish and fitted interior components remain well presented, with age-related wear and small areas of loss to the exterior covering, together with wear and tarnishing to the gold-tone finish. The powder-side mirror has noticeable age-related spotting and desilvering. 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The central silver panel is finished with the Bourjois emblem, giving this little compact a wonderfully graphic, geometric presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 5 x 4 cm, it is a lovely compact-scale piece with considerable character. Inside is a mirror and fitted inner powder cover over the powder well, with Bourjois marked within. It is accompanied by a grey Bourjois-branded powder puff. The elegant striped colour blocking and unmistakable Evening in Paris blue make this a particularly attractive vanity collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good vintage condition overall. There is age-related tarnish and surface wear to the silver-tone metal, together with visible scratches, small chips and areas of loss to the coloured lid panels, most noticeably to the blue and ivory sections. The interior has age-related marks and the mirror has a few small specks. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54864348545365,"sku":"TCC531","price":37.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8531991555_31cz_3b628c18-259f-4abc-a75d-1f84d3b9c40b.jpg?v=1789905135"},{"product_id":"stratton-vintage-powder-compact-signed-22709","title":"Stratton Vintage Powder Compact Signed Art Deco Woman Portrait Gold Tone 1980s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1980s Stratton powder compact, beautifully finished with a signed Art Deco-style portrait to the lid. The graphic design shows a stylised woman in profile, her sweeping black hat and dark clothing set against a crisp white ground with fine grey detail and warm ochre-gold accents. Framed by a narrow black circular border and polished gold-tone edge, it has a wonderfully elegant, glamorous presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is finished in a finely textured basketweave-style pattern and bears the Stratton England mark within a central cartouche. Inside, there is a clear circular mirror and a powder well complete with its removable cream-coloured mesh sifter and matching surround. It measures approximately 7.5 cm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely Stratton compact is in excellent vintage condition, with the portrait design, gold-tone finish, mirror and mesh sifter all presenting very well. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Compact Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54979349053781,"sku":"TCC550","price":54.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1065\/8339\/2597\/files\/il_fullxfull.8523189266_eupm.jpg?v=1789905036"},{"product_id":"vintage-gwenda-powder-compact-green-19359","title":"Vintage Gwenda Powder Compact Green Yellow Black Enamel Geometric Art Deco","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming petite Gwenda powder compact with a wonderfully striking Art Deco geometric design. The circular silver-tone case is decorated in deep black, rich green and warm yellow enamel, crisply divided by gilt-coloured linear bands. Its bold angular arrangement gives this little piece a particularly glamorous period character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 5.5cm across, it is a lovely small size for a vintage compact collection. Inside is a round mirror and fitted powder well, while the inner hinge is marked “Gwenda” and “Made in England”. The design, construction and maker’s mark support an Art Deco-period attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact is in good vintage condition overall, with a slight dent at the centre of the black enamel reverse and light surface scratches to the enamel consistent with age and careful use. 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