Name/Title
Powder CompactEntry/Object ID
2017.054.012 a-bDescription
a) Large [approximately 4 1/2 inches], circular, flat powder compact.
Ivory celluloid lid and base. Lid printed with a polychrome flower spray that includes an orchid and a zinnia. Lid interior fitted with mirror with matte gold metal frame, which also forms hinge and frame for base. Base has pink plastic finely-perforated screen, for loose powder. Closed with metal push fastener
b) pink flannel-type fabric powder puff with white ribbon strap continuously printed: "Fifth REX avenue" in black.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Lewis, BeverleyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
CompactNomenclature Primary Object Term
Container, CosmeticNomenclature Sub-Class
Beauty SuppliesNomenclature Class
Toilet ArticlesNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal ObjectsLegacy Lexicon
Object Name
powder compactCreated By
Jones, IsabelCreate Date
August 9, 2017Updated By
Michael GoodchildUpdate Date
April 26, 2025