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Rare Vintage Original by Robert Jeweled Vanity Chair Powder Compact
Beautiful and unusual vintage figural powder compact designed in the form of a miniature ornate chair.
The gold-tone metal chair features elaborate embossed detailing, curved arms and legs, and a decorative floral back accented with sparkling clear rhinestones and faux pearl details. The seat incorporates the vanity compact and opens to reveal the original powder area/puff. The interior retains the attractive “Fabulous Boutique Originals by Robert” label, and the chair itself is marked “Original by Robert.”
The Original by Robert/Fashioncraft company operated in New York during the mid-20th century and is well known among collectors for elaborate costume jewelry and vanity accessories.
Pre-owned vintage condition with age-related wear. There is visible wear to the gold-tone finish, darkening/patina and areas of oxidation consistent with age. Interior material also shows age and use. Rhinestones and decorative details should be reviewed carefully in the photographs for completeness. Compact opens as shown. Please examine all photos closely as they form an important part of the condition description.