Rectangular Black and brass compact of the Martin family, c. 1940

Name/Title

Rectangular Black and brass compact of the Martin family, c. 1940

Entry/Object ID

2021.128.34

Description

Acc. No. 21.128.34 Subject Category: Citizens of Alameda Date or Period: c. 1940 Object: compact Description: rectangular brass and black compact, when opened, displaying a pink pad with 'Bell' in fancy script in gold. Some pink powder remains. Size: L 2 1/4" x W 3" History of Object: Compact of one of the women of the Martin family, manufactured for or by the Bell company of 5th Avenue, New York. Acquired from: Estate of Nancy Martin Donation Date: 2016 Catalog Date: 12/11/2021