Compact powder
Accessories
Inventory number
2021.3.3.12ab.AC.CS.C1930.FRDescription
Art Deco octagonal loose powder compact, so called "powder watch", made in the shape of a watch with a sifter plate that can be rotated from outside the box by a knurled knob. The sifter plate projections on the underside forming a powder scraper to scrape the surface of the compacted powder which is held against the underside of the sifter plate by a spring in the rear compartment. The compact is refilled by lifting the hinged engine-turned plate on the reverse. The chromium-plated compact has two strong hinges and two positive closures. The lid has a painted blue design.The original patent on this powder watch was deposed by Jacques SCHALL in France January 14, 1927, then in USA January 9, 1928.
Material
MetalOrigin
circa 1930 FranceDimensions
Width : 5 cmLength : 5 cm
Height : 1 cm