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Art Deco Silver Compact
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Art Deco Silver Compact

1920 - 1940
Description

A lovely example of an Art Deco sterling silver compact with stylish engine turned decoration. It is mirrored inside and one side hinges to reveal the space where the pressed powder would have been kept.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham, 1934, Mappin & Webb.

It is in good condition for its age and displays well. There are minor signs of age and use and a few small marks but no major damages. It has been gently cleaned and polished and displays well.

Approximate Dimensions :

Width : 2” (5cm) square

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £6

Rest of the world £25

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Art Deco Silver Compact to the 1930s.

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SA1241694
Description
A lovely example of an Art Deco sterling silver compact with stylish engine turned decoration.
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It is mirrored inside and one side hinges to reveal the space where the pressed powder would have been kept.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif.
fig 1. Art Deco Silver Compact

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham, 1934, Mappin & Webb.

It is in good condition for its age and displays well. There are minor signs of age and use and a few small marks but no major damages. It has been gently cleaned and polished and displays well.

fig 2. A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif.
fig 2. Art Deco Silver Compact

Approximate Dimensions :

Width : 2” (5cm) square

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £6

Rest of the world £25

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Art Deco Silver Compact to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241694
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif.

Art Deco Silver Compact

Archive II A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif. View II
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Archive IX A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif. View IX
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A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif.
Art Deco Silver Compact
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A square Art Deco silver powder compact with an engine-turned guilloche surface and a stepped geometric motif.
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  • ObjectVanity Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine-turned pattern, Stepped geometric motif, Hinged lid, Push-button catch
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

This Art Deco sterling silver compact from 1930 functions as a stylish vanity accessory for daily use. The square piece has a silver colour and features an engine-turned guilloche surface paired with a stepped geometric motif, a hinged lid, and a small push-button catch visible on the side. The exterior shows minor signs of age, use, and a few small marks across the metal surface. Inside, the container includes a mirror and a compartment designed to hold pressed powder. Birmingham hallmarks identify the maker as Mappin & Webb from 1934. Measuring 5 cm high and 5 cm wide, the compact sits compactly on a bedside table, dressing table, or vanity surface as a functional decorative item. It brings period glamour to a bedroom scheme while holding small daily items or serving purely as a display collectible in a modern interior.

FAQs

Art Deco compacts from the 1920s and 1930s are characterised by geometric patterns, engine-turned guilloche engraving, and streamlined forms reflecting modern industrial aesthetics.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver or silver plate, often accented with enamel, mother-of-pearl, or synthetic materials such as Bakelite.

Authenticity can be verified by checking for official hallmarks indicating silver purity, maker marks, push-button mechanisms, and characteristic geometric ornamentation.

Small silver accessories can be styled atop a dressing table tray, displayed inside a glass specimen cabinet, or positioned on a bedside table as decorative accents.

Silver pieces should be lightly buffed with a soft microfibre cloth designed for silver polish, stored in low-humidity environments, and kept clear of direct liquids to prevent oxidisation.
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