Gorham Sterling Cherub Compact

Collectibles : Compacts

 

This circa 1950 compact is just a delight with it's chubby winged cherubs. (We believe the design is by the french graphic artist Christian Berard) The one on the right even has a belly button! The pattern is in excellent condition-very well defined! The sterling is in excellent condition with no repairs, rips, deep scratches or dents. This sweet compact was either well taken care of or rarely used. It does have the expected very light, occasional surface abrasion to smooth backside & top has 2 very, very light surface scratches 1/32" & 3/32" long. The side rim below hinge has a light scratch 1/4" long (look at photo showing mark-left side hinge-below the G). If you look at the bottom of the compact you can see a spot on the bottom rim where it's curve is slightly out of round (sorry it wouldn't photograph). It is so shallow I can't call it a dimple, indentation or a ding. It still contains a powder cake & it's probable original used puff. The mirror is intact with no cracks/chips & is just starting to get an occasional age speck & a line. It is so very usable! The compact closes firmly when puff is centered. This is a delightful compact at a great price. Size is 2 7/8" in dia. & 7/16" deep.

Item ID: 232

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