Superb Antique French Compact, Minaudière, in Opulent Tortoise Shell, Complete, EC Pope which I assume is showing

which I assume is showing the artist

The set must have been stored and never used

Has a very slight haze to interior at the bottom of the pitcher that disappears entirely with addition of fluid

It does work but is a bit temperamental so a bit of patience is required

Superb Antique French Compact, Minaudière, in Opulent Tortoise Shell, Complete, EC Pope which I assume is showingCompact, Minaudire, c. 1890 1920, an elegant antique French minaudire or compact, purse, mirror and compartments inside for powder and rouge or lip color. Still in excellent condition throughout. Very good to excellent condition throughout. I see no flaws to note. Very slight hazing of age to the mirror, but no damage. No chips, hairlines, bug bites. All hardware in fine form and tight. IMPORTANT NOTE regarding antique tortoise shell or ivory: We are