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Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche Enamel and White Metal Compact,
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Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche Enamel and White Metal Compact,

1920 - 1940
Sold 9 December 2025 · Lee Sherman Antiques
This “Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche Enamel and White Metal Compact” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lee Sherman 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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Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche enamel and white metal Compact, fabulous hand painted pink roses, blue violets and dark green leaves on an ornately detailed green yellow double sided compact for powder and rouge, refillable with mirror, from the 1930s. There appear to be no marks around the edge . The exterior is perfect. Exquisite detailing and shape, Revolving inner gilded section to allow access to powder.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Yellow Guilloche Enamel Compact to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182392
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Description
Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche enamel and white metal Compact, fabulous hand painted pink roses, blue violets and dark green leaves on an ornately detailed green yellow double sided compact for powder and rouge, refillable with mirror, from the 1930s. There appear to be no marks around the edge . The exterior is perfect. Exquisite detailing and shape, Revolving inner gilded section to allow access to powder.
Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Yellow Guilloche Enamel Compact to the 1930s.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182392
Lee Sherman Antiques
Lee Sherman Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019

Sourcing beautiful antiques & collectables from the past three hundred years!

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A square vintage powder compact featuring yellow guilloche enamel with a central hand-painted floral garland and white metal framing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A square vintage powder compact featuring yellow guilloche enamel with a central hand-painted floral garland and white metal framing. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche Enamel and White Metal Compact,

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Archive III A square vintage powder compact featuring yellow guilloche enamel with a central hand-painted floral garland and white metal framing. View III
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United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2019
Items For Sale 59
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Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
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A square vintage powder compact featuring yellow guilloche enamel with a central hand-painted floral garland and white metal framing.
Vintage 1930s Yellow Guilloche enamel and white metal Compact,
Ref: SA1182392
A square vintage powder compact featuring yellow guilloche enamel with a central hand-painted floral garland and white metal framing.
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  • ObjectVanity Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialEnamel, White Metal
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsGuilloche engine turning, Hand painted floral wreath, Scalloped corners
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 5.8 cm (2 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

Guilloche is a decorative technique where a precise, intricate pattern is mechanically engraved into metal beneath a translucent layer of enamel. It gained immense popularity during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, frequently appearing on luxury vanity items.

Vintage compacts were commonly made from base metals such as brass or white metal alloy, often finished with silver or chrome plating. The decorative surfaces frequently featured glass-based vitreous enamel, sometimes accented with hand-painted floral motifs or engine-turned detailing.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hallmark stamps, traditional clasp mechanisms, and subtle age-related wear to the metal and enamel surfaces. The weight of the metal and the precision of the engine-turned pattern beneath the translucent enamel are also key indicators of period craftsmanship.

These decorative accessories can be styled on small vanity trays, within glass-fronted display cabinets, or atop a stack of vintage books on a dressing table. Their intricate patterns and bright colours add a touch of historical charm to modern domestic spaces.

Enamel and metal compacts should be cleaned gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. Harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive polishes, and prolonged exposure to moisture must be avoided to prevent damage to the delicate enamel surface and metal plating.
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