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An Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact
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An Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact

1920 - 1940
Sold 30 July 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
This “Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact” found a buyer.

It was listed by Jeff Sims Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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An exceptional Art Deco Sterling silver compact. This superb example is of circular form with an engine turned base, engraved with the initials S O G. The lid is hinged and decorated with exquisite guilloche enamel in pale sky blue. A central oval panel features roses, leaves and two bluebirds.

The hinged lid opens via a press release button, to reveal a fitted mirror and the original puff and pad. Also included is the charming paper insert for L'Amé face powder. The makers Foster & Bailey, were founded in Providence, Rhode Island USA and became famous for top quality jewellery and associated items. A wonderful collector's piece and a great gift idea. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses. The enamel has no damage.

Hallmarks :- Marked Sterling with maker's mark (F & B)

Date :- c1930.

Height :- 1.5 cms.

Diameter :- 5.3 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Art Deco Silver Compact to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1145321
Dealers Internal Reference
13677
Dealers Notes

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Description
An exceptional Art Deco Sterling silver compact.
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This superb example is of circular form with an engine turned base, engraved with the initials S O G.
Jeff Sims Antiques

The lid is hinged and decorated with exquisite guilloche enamel in pale sky blue. A central oval panel features roses, leaves and two bluebirds.

fig 1. A circular sterling silver powder compact featuring blue guilloche enamel and a central painted floral motif.
fig 1. An Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact

The hinged lid opens via a press release button, to reveal a fitted mirror and the original puff and pad. Also included is the charming paper insert for L'Amé face powder. The makers Foster & Bailey, were founded in Providence, Rhode Island USA and became famous for top quality jewellery and associated items. A wonderful collector's piece and a great gift idea. Dimensions below.

fig 2. A circular sterling silver powder compact featuring blue guilloche enamel and a central painted floral motif.
fig 2. An Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses. The enamel has no damage.

Hallmarks :- Marked Sterling with maker's mark (F & B)

Date :- c1930.

Height :- 1.5 cms.

Diameter :- 5.3 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Art Deco Silver Compact to the 1930s.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145321
Dealers Internal Ref
13677
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 150
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A circular sterling silver powder compact featuring blue guilloche enamel and a central painted floral motif.
An Exceptional Art Deco Silver & Enamel Compact
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A circular sterling silver powder compact featuring blue guilloche enamel and a central painted floral motif.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCompact
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsGuilloche engine-turned pattern, Floral hand-painted medallion, Circular hinged design
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

An Art Deco silver compact is a small, portable cosmetic case manufactured during the 1920s and 1930s, typically featuring geometric or stylised designs crafted from sterling silver and often decorated with enamel.

These items were predominantly constructed from sterling silver, base metals with silver plating, and incorporated decorative elements such as guilloche enamel, mother-of-pearl, and glass mirrors.

Authentic pieces typically feature period hallmarks indicating metal purity, makers marks, and traditional manufacturing techniques such as engine-turned guilloche patterns beneath translucent enamel.

These decorative objects are frequently displayed on dressing tables, inside glass cabinets, or upon mirrored trays as part of a curated display of vintage accessories.

Preservation requires storing items in low-humidity environments, avoiding abrasive polishes on enamel surfaces, and cleaning silver gently with a microfiber cloth to prevent damage to the delicate metalwork.
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