Enchanting Vintage Kigu Lucite Fish Motif Powder Compact 1950s
Such a charming mid-century Kigu powder compact!
This highly collectible 1950s Kigu compact mirror is embellished with a delightful fish swimming in the midst of colourful sea plants.
The whole scene is protected by a clear Lucite dome.
The makers preferred to describe Lucite as Perspex.
The name Perspex derives from the Latin “to see through”.
In the early 1930s Rowland Hill and John Crawford discovered an acrylic material whilst working for Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI) in England.
On November 16th, 1934 the name Perspex was registered.
The original sifter and an immaculate wool felt pouch are included.
This vintage compact is suitable for all loose foundation, as a handbag mirror or cherished collectible.
The inner lid and base are decorated with intricate guilloche engraving.
The compact is signed KIGU.
The whole compact is in excellent condition.
The mirror gives a good and accurate reflection.
Measures almost 3 inches diameter. Weighs 77.9 grams.
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