Vintage French Coty Powder Box

Originally known for making perfume, coty began making cosmetics in 1914. This particular product of face powder has iconic packaging.

This was designed by leon bakst, the costume designer for the ballets russes. It features ebony handled ivory powder puffs with a background of cream, burnt orange and gold.

The box is made of card. There were several different shades of face powder available and each of these are listed on the base of the box. This particular product is in the shade ocre rosee'. Please note there is still some powder inside the box but this is obviously not suitable for use.

The box shows signs of wear and use, to be expected for its age. There are some small marks to the lid and the base. The underside has yellowed and has a circular area that may have had some sort of tape/label from its packaging placed on it. There is a small crease/tear to the paper at the top where the edges meet. This collectible little box would make a great prop or display item in a bedroom or bathroom.

Please note that all other items in photographs (including powder puff) are for display purposes only. This item is made of card, paper and powder.

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