Elegant vintage brass Powder Compact by Volupte

3 inches square

3/8 inch thick

Brushed brass finish with engraved chased edge scrolls

Some light scuffs and marks

Signed on inner pan lid Volupte USA

Empty

Signed unused puff but the cover has separated

Mirror has lower edge crack

Latches work well

c1940s
Volupte was located on Fifth Avenue NY, and along with Evans, dominated the carryall market in the 40s and 50s. Started as The Superior Novelty Mfg Co in Elizabeth NJ. Volupte was bought by Shields in 1957