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Vintage Compacts & Beauty Accessories With Values by Lynell Schwartz

Vintage Compacts & Beauty Accessories With Values by Lynell Schwartz

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A unique and exciting array of vintage compacts, vanity purses, and cosmetics is displayed in this new book featuring over 500 photographs. Figurals, novelties, whimsicals, vanity purses, enameled, jeweled, patters, plis, necessaires, makeup kits, beauty boxes, and compact jewelry constructed of such materials as metal, Bakelite, Lucite, and celluloid are among the outstanding examples explored.

This in-depth historical account of these fascinating collectibles includes the artistic contributions of manufacturers and designers featuring Salvador Dali and Max Factor. It explores European influences, and features early advertisements and unusual promotional techniques, including the evolution of cosmetics through celebrity endorsements and trends. Current values are conveniently included in the captions.

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  • Vintage Compacts & Beauty Accessories With Values

    Lynell Schwartz

    9780764301100

  • Binding: Hard Cover

    Copyright: 1997

    Pages: 176

    Size: 8.5 x 11 in.

    Condition: New

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