Let me introduce one of the rare occurrences of buying a compact and actually being able to find enough information to date it. Thankfully that information comes from the compact itself - not only do we know the manufacturer as Lin Bren but through the patent number we can find it's approximate date. The patent number [2425540] which is engraved beneath the mirror dates to 1947-8. So here we have a compact for the post war American lady.
Lin Bren in turn was a leading American manufacturer, not only of compacts but an array of matching fashion accessories. Predominately creating matching sets which this compact no doubt was a part of - these sets normally consisted of a purse or clutch bag. Appearing to be produced of leather, it's made of broadcloth material and came in a section of colours [of course matching the bag] of at least green and black.
This compact came to us at a steel of $6.50 on eBay - especially for it's condition which in intact, clean and complete with it's original branded puff [I just love the chosen font they used for Lin Bren across the ribbon] and sift. Its has a fair substantial weight and build to it, it was defiantly made to last and most of all, I love that right deep red colour.
This compact looks gorgeous, I love the bright colour of the case. It's so nice you've been able to find out about the manufacturer and when it was made too, I always wonder about the history of vintage things I find in charity shops or on ebay!
ReplyDeleteGillian x
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Yeah sometimes you can hit it spot on with being able to research about a compact, everything just falls into place. Although it surprised me with this one because in regards to some manufacturers, Lin Bren wasn't that big. But the information was out there. You can get other compacts, branded and with patents and you'll hit a brick wall. But that is half the fun!
DeleteYour compact collection is making me so envious! I need to keep a better eye out for these xx
ReplyDeleteElla @ Belle Vintage
I always get draw to the colour, it's certainly one of the most colourful of my collection!
DeleteWOW. the color is beautiful! and it looks like it's in really good condition, too!
ReplyDelete♥ laura
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Yes it is, sometimes you have to be careful with the leather because of how it ages, but yeah it's in nice condition!
DeleteOh this is just beautiful - the colour is incredible and it does look to be in such beautiful condition! Such a gorgeous find and your collection must be growing apace now! Would be lovely to see them all together :-)
ReplyDeleteJem xXx