Bidspirit auction | Art Deco Evening Toiletry Bag

Art Deco Evening Toiletry Bag in Vermeil Silver, first half of the 20th century - Height x width x depth: 3.5 x 14 x 5.5 cm. Weight: 310 g cylindrical in shape. The exterior is entirely decorated with a pattern of dense horizontal grooves, with the side ends engraved with a radiating motif. It features a snap fastening embellished with moulding set with a row of red stones. The interior, which is revealed by a hinged opening, features a swivelling mirror in the centre, a compartment for powder with a mesh net and powder puff, a compartment for cigarettes or small items, and a pull-out lipstick holder integrated into the side compartment. Sterling silver, hallmarked  ”925” - ”G. CIARDETTI FIRENZE”, Florence.