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Baron Stratton musical powder compact ballet design Reuge Ste Croix Swedish rhapsody

A beautiful vintage Baron Stratton musical powder compact featuring a classic ballet motif to the lid, with a Reuge Ste Croix musical movement that plays ‘Swedish Rhapsody’. This is a highly collectible piece, ideal for fans of mid-century vanity accessories and musical compacts.

The scene on the lid is a reproduction of a ballet photograph by Baron, a renowned society photographer celebrated for his work with Stratton in the 1950s. Many of these compacts featured real ballet dancers and costumes from iconic ballets such as "Pas de Quatre" or "Swan Lake," making this a wonderful collector’s item for ballet enthusiasts.

The compact is in excellent condition for its age, with some light marks to the lid as shown. The interior and base are both in excellent order, retaining the original mirror, puff, and sifter. The musical movement plays well, though it occasionally sticks – this is common for vintage pieces and may improve with regular winding and play.

Brand: Baron Stratton
Design: Ballet dancers (photograph by Baron)
Finish: Gold tone with ornate textured base
Musical movement: Reuge Ste Croix, plays 'Swedish Rhapsody'
Includes original puff and sifter
Mirror: Clear and usable
Measurements: approx. 8.5 cm x 7 cm (3.3 in x 2.75 in)

A stunning display piece or a thoughtful gift for collectors of powder compacts, ballet memorabilia, or mid-century design. Looks beautiful on a dressing table and adds a touch of vintage elegance to any collection.

Light signs of age to the lid, but overall a superb example. Styling tip: displays beautifully with other mid-century gold tone vanity items or as a statement piece on a vintage tray.