{"product_id":"limoges-blue-square-compact","title":"Rare Vintage Limoges Powder Compact, Deep Blue Courtship Scene, Rectangular Gold-Tone Case, Sifter and Puff","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA golden courtship unfolds against deep blue, a miniature theatre framed for the dressing table.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vintage powder compact presents two figures in period-style dress within a flowering surround. Warm gold-coloured decoration stands against the rich blue lid, with the word Limoges visible near its lower edge. The rectangular gold-tone case gives the scene the presence of a small framed picture, its textured reverse providing a quieter counterpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, a rectangular mirror faces a textured hinged inner powder cover. Beneath that cover sits the powder compartment, with a sifter and puff included according to the seller’s notes. Identified by Vaen’kai Vault as rare, this piece offers pictorial ornament in a more architectural compact format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Particulars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentification: Limoges, named on the decorative lid and in the seller’s notes; specific maker unconfirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Rectangular powder compact with mirror and hinged inner powder cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Deep blue ground with gold-coloured courtship scene and floral surround\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Textured gold-tone metal, exact composition unconfirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative panel: Material and production technique unconfirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarity: Considered rare by Vaen’kai Vault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsage: Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent overall according to the seller’s notes, with visible age and use wear detailed below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: Sifter and puff, with originality unconfirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe close-ups show scratches and rubbing on the decorated lid, wear and localised loss to the gold-coloured border, and a darker worn area at one corner. The reverse has surface scratches and a small dark mark, while the inner cover shows scattered dark spots and discolouration. These visible imperfections are disclosed alongside the seller’s overall condition assessment; please study the photographs carefully. No precise date, named artist, hand-painted technique, or porcelain composition is claimed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blue-and-gold vanity relic with a scene to linger over, chosen for a keeper of miniature worlds. Carefully nestled in its treasure coffin, a vault relic from Vaen’kai Vault.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vaen’kai Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55190426583379,"sku":"VKVPC-H019","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/2771\/4643\/files\/DSC_8444.jpg?v=1791094912","url":"https:\/\/vaenkaivault.com\/products\/limoges-blue-square-compact","provider":"Vaen’kai Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}