Crown compact with gold floral design on a red enamel base (mid-Showa era)

This Crown compact, adorned with a bold gold floral motif on a rich red enamel background, captures the vivid elegance of mid-Shōwa Japan. With its scalloped edge design and intricate patterning, it reflects a period when even everyday cosmetic items were crafted to delight the eye and elevate personal ritual. This compact exemplifies how enamel work, form, and ornament united to embody both artistry and lived beauty.

Details

  • Era: Showa era, circa 1960s
  • Maker / Brand: Crown
  • Technique / Materials: Enamel-coated metal body with gold floral motif on red base; scalloped edge design
  • Motif / Design Accent: Gold floral ornament over red background

Curated by Kayo Setsuda

Je et Nous Annex — Nara, Japan.

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