Antique Hand Painted Porcelain Powder Box Jar Hair Receiver Set Victorian Vintage Vanity Boudoir

This charming antique porcelain vanity set, composed of a powder jar and a matching hair receiver, brings both beauty and history to the dressing table. Each piece has a rounded shape with a subtly domed lid, adding a graceful silhouette to their design. Both jars are hand-painted with vibrant purple violets, delicate green foliage, and set against an ombre background that blends soft shades of orange, yellow, and creamy white.

The design is framed by a pastel lavender purple band encircling the lid and matching color along the sides, giving the pieces a balanced, cohesive look. To enhance the elegance, the rims and edges are finished with lavish gilding, adding a touch of victorian opulence. Measuring 4 inches in diameter and standing 2 inches tall, these jars are well-sized for storing a variety of items. The hair receiver is unmarked but clearly matches in style and quality, likely from the same factory. Dating back to the 1920s, the set retains the delicate, naturalistic victorian styling, contrasting with the geometric art deco trends of the period, lending it a timeless quality.

Over the years, the powder jar has remained in remarkably good condition, though there is light wear on the gold trim and finial, adding character to their vintage appeal. The hair receiver, unfortunately, has a hairline crack running from the rim to the base, which is reflected in the reduced price of the set. However, it is still a lovely piece that complements the powder jar beautifully and serves as a bonus item.

Historically, the hair receiver served as a small but practical accessory on the victorian vanity, designed to hold loose strands of hair removed from brushes. This hair was often collected and repurposed in various ways, such as stuffing for small hair pads, or ratts, which were used to give volume to victorian hairstyles.

Today, the hair receiver's unique design, with a hole in the lid, makes it perfect for storing items like tall-handled swansdown powder puffs, allowing the handle to pass through without squashing the puff. Beyond their original use, these jars make excellent storage solutions for small vanity items like cotton swabs, jewelry, or even decorative pieces. Some collectors even find creative uses, such as keeping sugar substitute packets in a hair receiver. These versatile and decorative jars would be a beautiful addition to any vintage-inspired vanity setup.

For collectors, additional matching pieces, including a vanity tray and trinket box, are available separately and can be combined to create a cohesive vanity ensemble. This item is made of porcelain.

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