SALE -- Vintage 40s 50s Gold Tone Metal Engraved Compact Carryall Minaudiere Evening Purse Handbag

Description

SALE -- WAS 45.00 --

From a San Francisco estate is this charming compact carryall minaudiere evening purse. Circa 1940s or 1950s.

Although unmarked, similar carryalls are pictured throughout author and compact expert Roseann Ettinger's book "Compacts and Smoking Accessories". Ms. Ettinger states these metal carryalls were designed and made by manufacturers including Evans and Curry Arts, among others, in the 1940s and 1950s.

The tiny white line seen on the lower right side of the first picture is merely a piece of lint - not a scratch.

This carryall is made of brushed goldtone metal with an 8" long goldtone snake chain as pictured. The front has a diagonal area of shiny goldtone metal engraved with the name (or word) "Grace".

The carryall opens on both sides. One side features a large mirror and a powder well complete with its original powder and puff which reads "Glamour". There is also a small hair comb (with a Greek key pattern) in a small cotton case. The other side opens to reveal a compartment for cigarettes finished with an engine turned pattern of multiple fans and a spring controlled holder. Perfect for cash or credit cards. The matching goldtone lipstick tube slides into the side-mounted holder as pictured.

The body of the case measures 3-3/4" wide by 3" tall and 3/4" deep. The snake chain handle is 8" long.

This minaudiere is in good vintage condition with no dents, discoloration, or tarnish. There are some light exterior use scratches and some minor discoloration of the interior mirror and powder puff as pictured. All springs and clasps are smooth and in perfect working order. The lipstick tube is empty and appears to be unused.

A perfect gift for the compact lover or the "Grace" in your life.

Please see my other listings for more beautiful vintage accessories and clothing ~ we love to combine shipping.

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Added on Oct 10, 2009

Shipping

ship to:	cost:	with another item:
United States	$5.50 USD	$4.00 USD
Canada	$9.00 USD	$7.00 USD
Everywhere Else	$12.00 USD	$10.00 USD

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