Minaudiere, 1940s
| Material | Silver, gilt |
| Year | 1940s |
| Size | 12 x 9 x 1.5cm |
| Further information | 100 years ago, a lady would not go out without her evening bag. Unlike today, the parts and pieces of make-up were not loose in the hand bag but everything together in an elegant "vanity case". In French this is called "minaudiere". |
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Dörte Herold is Head of the Beyer Vintage Department. Since 2016, the art historian has been enhancing the Beyer team with her many years of experience and expertise – and adding historical treasures to our range of vintage timepieces by purchasing vintage bijoux and watches for Beyer from private individuals, dealers and auctions around the world.
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