Description: We are both the oldest surviving members of our families. As life-long collectors, and inheritors from those who have Gone Before, we must move on some of our Stuff before that (hopefully far-off) day when it becomes our children’s responsibility. Happy to combine for cheaper postage but PLEASE WAIT for combined invoice from me or ask me for one; postage discounts can only be given on combined purchases paid for on a single invoice. From the estate of Heather “Maggie” Woods, a lover of all things French and an Art Nouveau and Art Deco enthusiast. A small collection of pocket mirrors and compacts. These are all around 90-100 years old, and have the sort of wear one might expect of items that were kept in the pocket or on a chain around the neck. Do not expect pristine condition or precious metals; these would have been used by fashionable young women as they went about their daily lives. Happy to combine; probably all could travel for around the same postage cost. ANTIQUE GILDED BRASS POCKET COMPACT MINERVA PORTRAIT SIGNED LOUIS RAULT #4 Louis Rault was a French Jeweller, Sculptor, and Medallist, working the 2nd half of the 19th century. See https://rlalique.com/Sections/Fakes/louis-armand-rault-medalist-jeweler-french-1847-1903.php where several works with this identical design are shown. Signed with his monogram “RL”. “The wisest of the Roman deities, Minerva was a goddess of intelligence, philosophy, craftsmanship, art, and inspiration.” Her embossed portrait adorns the lid of this pocket compact, there are swags around the edges. Originally it was probably gilded brass, there are still traces of gilding inside the lid. Has a small ding on one side, but still snaps closed very securely. 4 cms diameter, approx 1.5 cms deep. If it needs a function you could use it for pills; really just a lovely vanity collectable. My Items The items I sell are vintage; they are second hand, old, sometimes very old. I try to describe and photograph my items honestly and to the best of my ability; however if pristine condition is very important to you, I feel you should be buying from a regular shop, where you can inspect the items personally. Please note that all my items are sold "as is", with no warranty implied, and that the photos form part of the description, which should be read carefully. IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM PLEASE CONTACT ME FIRST. Shipping and Payment Terms; Combining Items If you win more than one item in a listing please wait for a combined invoice from me to save you on postage and insurance costs. I always wait until the last item in an auction listing finishes before sending invoices in case buyers win more than one item. If you win an item and are planning to bid on an item in a later-finishing auction, please email me to let me know, and I will wait until that auction has finished to send you a combined invoice. International buyers please note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or postage charges. Please check with your country's Customs Office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. In most cases these charges will be collected by eBay, in which case they will appear on your invoice. If not, these charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (postage) company or when you pick the item up – do not confuse them for additional postage charges. Problem with a Transaction? PLEASE contact me first. I am a reasonable human being; if there is a problem I am sure we can work something out that will satisfy us both. Involving eBay should be a last resort – something I hope will not be necessary. Contact Seller is under More Actions on your Purchase History page, or simply Reply to the email I sent when I posted your item.
Price: 71.5 AUD
Location: Sydney, New South Wales
End Time: 2024-09-13T06:57:31.000Z
Shipping Cost: 16.46 AUD
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Restocking fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
