Up for sale is a stunning, complete Vintage Luxury Grooming & Manicure Vanity Set manufactured in East Germany (GDR / DDR)
by the renowned VEB Bürstenkasten. This elegant mid-century set comes in its original custom-shaped presentation travel case and appears to be in unused, pristine vintage condition (New Old Stock / MINT condition).
The interior is beautifully lined with a quilted, padded golden satin fabric on the lid and a vibrant coral-red fabric insert holding the manicure tools. The items feature a classic, striking contrast of ivory-white frames/handles decorated with elegant black panels and delicate, HAND-PAINTED floral patterns (roses, forget-me-nots, and lilies of the valley).
This is a rare, perfectly preserved piece of European history, ideal for collectors of vintage vanity items,
East German design, or as a unique functional retro gift.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
• Brand: VEB Bürstenkasten
• Origin: German Democratic Republic (GDR / East Germany)
• Era: Circa 1970s
• Case Dimensions:
- Length: ~29.5 cm (11.6 inches)
- Width: ~25.0 cm (9.8 inches)
- Height: ~6.5 cm (2.5 inches)
• Exterior Material: Textured faux leather (leatherette) with a secure metal latch closure.
• Interior Lining: Premium padded satin & silk-like fabric with braided cord trim.
COMPLETE 10-PIECE SET INCLUDES:
1/ Large Hand Mirror (detachable, securely mounted in the lid)
2/ Hairbrush (oval, with clean white synthetic bristles)
3/ Clothes / Lint Brush (elongated oval)
4/ Hair Comb (fine/wide-tooth plastic comb)
5/ Manicure Scissors (stainless steel)
6/ Nail Clippers / Cuticle Nippers (heavy-duty metal)
7/ Metal Nail File (with matching decorative handle)
8/ Cuticle Pusher / Shovel tool
9/ Nail Cleaner / Spade tool
10/ Handheld Nail Buffer
CONDITION REPORT: EXCELLENT VINTAGE (MINT / UNUSED)
This set looks and feels completely unused (New Old Stock). Due to several decades of untouched storage, there are a few minor cosmetic age-related nuances, which are perfectly natural for authentic vintage items and are clearly documented in the photos:
• Manicure Tools: Due to several decades of untouched storage, the decorative handles of two small tools developed light surface texturing/crazing near the metal shafts. This is simply because they remained in their slots for a very long time and slightly stuck to the faux-leather holding straps. The hand-painted floral pattern itself is fully intact and unaffected.
• Mirror: The glass sheet is overall clear with excellent reflection, showing only a couple of tiny dark aging dots/silvering spots near the left edge, typical for authentic vintage mirrors.
• Handles: There is a faint, natural yellowish tint to the factory glue line on the reverse seam of one handle.
• Case: The faux leather exterior is in excellent shape, the metal latch works perfectly, and the interior fabrics are clean, bright,
and free of odors.
Please review all high-resolution images carefully as they form part of the condition description.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Worldwide Shipping: Safe and secure international shipping with a tracking number provided immediately after dispatch.
Packaging: Packed with professional care using heavy-duty bubble wrap and a sturdy box to ensure safe arrival.
Customer Support: I am always on track, monitoring the shipping status daily, and ready to answer any questions you may have.