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The Compacts and Cosmetics

Paperback • 2014 • English

The Compacts and Cosmetics

By Madeleine Marsh

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About the book

Social history of women's romance with compacts and cosmetics. Asks why compacts were one of the few acceptable gifts from potential partners. Includes top makes and designers, plus vintage advertising, museums, specialist dealers and auctions.

Book details

ISBN

9781473822948

Publisher

Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Published year

2014

Language

English

Original title

The Compacts and Cosmetics

Format

Paperback

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