Pink Lady Compact — Engraved and Hand-Painted Floral Design (Showa era, circa 1960s–1970s)

This Pink Lady compact, with its engraved floral pattern and pastel hand-painted accents, evokes the charm and delicacy of mid-Shōwa Japan. More than mere decoration, its floral motif reflects an era when beauty was found in the hand-worked and petite: a compact could carry personal identity and artistry.


Details

Motif / Design Accent: Floral engraving with pastel highlights
Era: Showa era, circa 1960s–1970s

Maker / Brand: Pink Lady

Technique / Materials: Metal body with engraved floral motif, pastel hand-painted accents

Curated by Kayo Setsuda

Je et Nous Annex — Nara, Japan.

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