Du barry founded in 1903is is the oldest american cosmetic company. This romantic powder box is prized by vintage beauty product collectors. Powder is no longer in box but it is a treat to find its soft fleecy puff still has a subtle fragrance. Puff is lined with a mauve silk fabric.
Box measures 5 5/8 inches diameter and stands 3 1/2 inches. Top has a majenta shaped cloud with famous gold crown and du barry scrolled in gold.Bottom is marked du barry div. Also on bottom is a gold ringed seal with a bird and fowers illustrated. Box is slightly stained and crown mark is worn. This item is made of heavy board, gild foil, fleece, silk and water colour paint.