Fifties Era Tin Foil Boat Lake Scene Melissa Compact Mirror highly collectible vintage Stratton powder compacts The exterior & interior are

The exterior & interior are embellished with engraving which has been done entirely by hand

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The lid is engraved with stylized leaves

The lid is decorated with a striking red black and grey floral design with circular banded borders in the same colours

The lid is decorated with a textured finish which the makers named linen and also with foxgloves

Fifties Era Tin Foil Boat Lake Scene Melissa Compact Mirror highly collectible vintage Stratton powder compacts The exterior & interior areSuch an evocative mid century British powder compact! This lovely fifties era Melissa brand compact mirror is fitted with a tin foil scene which depicts a lakeside house, a private jetty and splendid mountain scenery. The foil is such a good medium the blue water, sky and mountains shimmer in the light. The compact is in good condition. The mirror gives a good clear reflection. The original protective covers on the lid and powder well are in place.