Vintage Elegance compact with genuine ivory lid, hand-carved floral design, Showa era (1960s–1970s).

This Elegance ivory compact, carved with a delicate floral motif, embodies the quiet luxury of mid-Shōwa craftsmanship. Its ivory lid, hand-worked with precision, reflects a time when artistry was woven into personal ritual. In an era of subtle elegance, objects such as this compact were not simply tools, but symbols of refinement and intimate beauty.

Details

  • Era: Showa era, circa 1960s-1970s
  • Maker / Brand: Elegance
  • Technique / Materials: Genuine ivory lid with hand-carved floral motif; metal body
  • Motif: Floral carving

Curated by Kayo Setsuda

Je et Nous Annex — Nara, Japan.

A cultural archive of Showa-era Japanese crafts and beauty.