3 piece dresser set – celluloid mirror
3 piece dresser set - celluloid mirror, brush and comb in faux mother-of-pearl in shape of a woman, her body in a full fur coat, w/coat, legs and hand defined w/gold paint, rhinestone necklace and hat; face outlined and detailed in black, bright red lips; mirror, brush and comb. Patent March 1927 by Pyramid w/logo of a pyramid. DATE: 1927.
3 piece dresser set – mirror, brush and comb
3 piece dresser set - mirror, brush and comb in original art nouveau box. In exceptionally good condition considering age. DATE: Mid to late 1800s.
DAVE PUT IN BOTH PHOTOS. The mirror, brush and comb are made of gutta percha, an early moldable compound, whitish in color. The back of the mirror and brush are embossed with a floral and scroll motif.
Art nouveau celluloid box, top pictures a lady in profile encircled in a frame and surrounded by floral motif of flowers and green foliage with embossed gold along the top edges. Top attached at back with 2 brass hinges and brass closure at the front. The bottom edged in ivory celluloid with an embossed floral motif. Bottom 10” across. Top curves in and then rises up to a height of 3-1/2,” depth 5.” Teal satin lining.
3 piece dresser set in original box – brush, comb and mirror
3 piece dresser set in original box - brush, comb and mirror in pale yellow celluloid w/gold etched picture of tall footed stand w/basket holding bouquet of flowers. Box has attached lid, is lined in a satiny pale green, and the outside of box is covered in silver and cream foil in a floral design. 15-3/4” across by 8-1/2.”
3 piece gray silk and voided velvet dress. The skirt is very or
3 piece gray silk and voided velvet dress. The skirt is very ornate w/a center panel of gray voided velvet damask in a floral pattern. There are multiple chenille tendrils on the border between the decorative panel and the main body of the skirt. The underskirt has a box pleated ruffle 3” deep. The back of the skirt has a bustle arrangement w/a wide bow of the damask voided velvet and more chenille tendrils. The bow fastens to the back of the bodice at the small of the back. The interior of the skirt has its own bustle superstructure made of elastic and metal boning and is adjustable for width and circumference of the bustle. The bodice is gray silk w/the collar, front placket and cuff decoration of the voided velvet damask. Dress fastens down the front with 19 buttons and buttonholes, the very top button missing. The bodice is heavily boned with balene. There is a mantle made of the voided velvet damask w/chenille tendrils as fringe which rest over the shoulders and across the yoke of the bodice, but the dress can be worn w or without the mantle. The waist is 25” and the skirt is 36” at center front. Label: Johnston Broadway at 22nd Street, New York. DATE: Circa 1886.
3 Stamped Envelopes Susan B. Anthony
3 Stamped Envelopes Susan B. Anthony. Wine color 50c stamps with portrait of Susan B. Anthony. “Envelopes with Stamps Commemorating Susan B. Anthony. Envelopes First Issues of stamps commemorating Susan B. Anthony “American Reformer who Advocated Woman Suffrage” and “Champion of Women’s Rights.” Mailed from Louisville, KY on August 25th, 9 AM, 1955.
a. 1 Stamp. Envelope with a black and white picture of Susan Anthony and a sketch of several women marching with Suffragette placards.
b. 1 Stamp. Envelope with a brown and white drawing of Susan Anthony and a sketch of a man and woman of the same height walking by her side, smiling. A bright large red circle frames her portrait, above the circle it says, “Equal Rights.” Sent to Lester N. Stoltenberg, 5700 N. Ozark Ave., Chicago 31, Ill.
c. 4 Stamps. Envelope with a black and white sketch of Susan Anthony and a small sketch of her addressing an audience. Beneath the picture says, ”Official Lou-Spa Cover authorized by Louisville S.P.A.Convention Committee.” Sent to Richard Canman, 399 West Fullerton Pkwy, Chicago 14, Illinois.”
3 Tins of Free Purse size
3 Tins of “Free” Purse size, for cold cream face powder.
a. Armand Cold Cream Powder. Pictures a lady’s black silhouette framed against a white background and circled with a pink, white and teal plaid. “Presented with the Compliments of The Armand Company, Des Moines, Iowa – Price of Regular Package $1.00.”
b. Gardenglo by Palmer “Face powder a la crème,” gold colored tin w/dark blue features a young man courting a young lady, wearing formal clothing typical of the mid to late1800s. On the bottom “A perfect powder very adherent purity guaranteed, Large Size Box 75c, flesh natural.” Solon Palmer Perfumer, New York.
c. Encharma Cold Cream Complexion Powder, oval tin features a woman in profile w/a blond upswept hairdo, with/a floral bouquet in orange, yellow and white. Bottom of tin says, “...alluring odor and downy texture make any irresistible appeal to the woman who care.” Luxor Limited, Chicago, Paris, NY.
3 United Equal Suffrage States of America
3 “United Equal Suffrage States of America – The Union of States as They Ought to Be.” No. 123, 126, 127. Published by “The Cargill Company, Grand Rapids, Mich., U.S.A. on a profit sharing plan, whereby every dollars worth sold means money in the National treasury” and “Endorsed and Approved by the National American Woman Suffrage Association.” Unused cards.
3 vertical spring coils
3 vertical spring coils covered w/cotton, 8” long, fastens at waist w/twill tape and 2 prong buckle, adjustable to maximum of 28,” covered with white cotton and lace edging. It has a belt made of a strip of white cotton and a metal clasp. DATE: Circa 1885. (Metal has oxidized and there are rust stains wherever the coil is touching the fabric.)
32 Medicone Douche Tablets
32 Medicone Douche Tablets, “A Powerful Antiseptic, Non-poisonous, non-injurious even if taken internally.” Gray 2” x 3” box w/blue writing,” includes separate sheet with adertising. Medicone Co., Inc. 12 John Street, New York, N.Y.
4 Cards with Escutcheon, caption “The Ballot is Denied to Woman”
4 Cards with Escutcheon, caption “The Ballot is Denied to Woman” and “The Blot on The Escutcheon.” Published by The Cargill Company, Grand Rapids, Mich., U.S.A “on a profit sharing plan, whereby every dollar’s worth sold means money in the National treasury.” Card “Endorsed and Approved by the National American Woman Suffrage Association.” No. 106, 113, 130 not used, 128 flag card DATED: 1912.
a. “Equal suffrage is neither more nor less than simple justice.”
b. “Because Woman owns real estate is no reason why she should vote - every Woman (the same as Man) is a Tax Payer and a Citizen and â€Of the People.’”
c. Large picture of the Escutcheon.
d. Purple and gold flag with escutcheon, “Equal Suffrage is the Birthright of Woman.”
4 Coil Haut ton
4 Coils covered dark ecru cotton with a small pad at the back of the waist; secured by a belt around the waist which fastened in the front with a 2 pronged buckle, adjustable to 26.” Called a “haut ton” which means “of the aristocracy.” DATE: Circa 1885. (Cotton casing is very discolored, perhaps from residual oil on the metal.)
4 Hat Blocks from Papier Mache Hat Block Co
4 Hat Blocks from Papier Mache Hat Block Co..1523A N. Bronson Ave., Hollywood, Calif. Manufactures of the “Moderne Papier Mache Millinery Hat Blocks, Flanges and Brims. Nos. 815, 925, 957, 958.
4 Leather Bobby Hair Curlers, 4 for 5c, on original card
4 Leather “Bobby” Hair Curlers, 4 for 5c, on original card. One prong on a long 2 pronged “bobby pin” is inserted into the leather.
4 piece dresser set – deep green celluloid brush
4 piece dresser set - deep green celluloid brush, comb, mirror and compact; top of each piece has small raised cream colored seated woman in center in a gown, arms bent in art deco style.
4 pieces – Sterling silver includes mirror, brush, comb
4 pieces - Sterling silver includes mirror, brush, comb and clothes brush in embossed art nouveau swirly motif. Hallmark, “835” with a crescent moon and crown, a German identification. DATE: 1890s through early 1900s, until around 1914 when WWI started
4 Star, 3 curlers 10C – Solo Curlers on original cards
- 4Star, 3 curlers 10C - Solo Curlers on original cards, 10C per card. DATE: Late 30s into 40s.
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Spring Lock, 2 packages, 2 curlers each. Solo Curlers on original cards, 10C per card. DATE: Late 30s into 40s.
5 piece Celluloid green faux marble
5 piece Celluloid green faux marble Case made of 2 “scalloped pancakes” that are 5” in diameter and hinged at the back. Celluloid containers with an overlay in green faux marble for face powder, rouge, nail buffer and lipstick. When opened the top stands upright, exposing the beveled mirror on the inside. The bottom of the containers for face powder, rouge and nail buffer are glued to the base, lipstick holder and nail file fit into a stationary clip. When closed case is 2-1/2” high. Looks new and unused.
5 piece dresser set – mirror, brush, comb w/holder
5 piece dresser set - mirror, brush, comb w/holder, cologne bottle, round glass jar; covered in light blue damask with floral motif and trimmed with crocheted wire and thread.
50 Corporea Lutea Hormone
50 Corporea Lutea Hormone, “each capsule contains about 30 grains of fresh Corporea Lutea,” in unopened 4” x 1” x 2-1/2” brown bottle with cork. Parke, Davis and Co., Detroit, Michigan.
6 round colored Handkerchiefs
6 round colored Handkerchiefs with scalloped edges, in pastel colors, 4 with dancers, 2 w flowers.
60 Wire wrapped in shades of brown/black
60 Wire wrapped in shades of brown/black hand stitched leather, most around 6” length and ½” at widest part in center. (only a handful appear in the photograph)
7 pieces Ivory Pyralin in black faux leather case
7 pieces Ivory Pyralin in black faux leather case, includes mirror, brush, comb, and 4 nail care items. Inside of case lined in a satiny red. Arlington Manufacturing Company, bought by DuPont in 1915.
9 piece dresser set – mirror, brush, comb, button hook
9 piece dresser set - mirror, brush, comb, button hook, 3 pieces for nail care, shoe horn and glass jar w/lid. Black lucite w/garden scene decal protected w/layer of clear finish.
9 piece dresser set in original box – 2 hand mirrors, brush
9 piece dresser set in original box - 2 hand mirrors, brush, comb, 3 jars and shoe horn. Pieces made of a clear plastic material. Tops yellow with a slightly raised floral design. Inside the attached top of the box is a round mirror w/a framed picture on each side, one of Betty Grable and one of General MacArthur, both in uniform and saluting. Frames made of the same plastic. Box lined in a satiny grayish color. Outside of box covered in foil, background a pinkish beige, with a gold design. Box 27” across by 12.” DATE: WWII, 1941 to 1945.
9 piece travel case, deep yellow celluloid faux mother-of-pearl
9 piece travel case, deep yellow celluloid faux mother-of-pearl in black faux leather case includes mirror, brush, comb, 2 nail care items, 2 covered boxes, one for soap, toothbrush box and shoe horn. Case 19” x 8” x 2-3/4,” with two metal rings on sides of clasp, apparently for a chain so when open it could hang down for easy use.
9 Wood hair curlers
9 Wood hair curlers, 2” long, each w/12 small holes and a slits on one end to hold the string attached at other end. Waxed green tip.
A Bathing Suit, one piece black suit with pantaloon style pants
One piece black suit with pantaloon style pants and a separate over skirt that closes with a button at the back. Skirt waistband attaches to the bodice with 4 concealed front and side buttons and in the back the button that closes the skirt also attaches to the bodice. It has two buttons on the left shoulder and 7 concealed buttons from left shoulder to 7” below the waist. The short sleeves gather at the shoulder and sleeve opening to create puffed look. Suit decorated with 1/2” tan and white ribbon. Bodice has 3 rows along the square neckline and 2 rows at the bottom of the sleeves. Skirt has 2 rows at the waist and 3 rows along the bottom. Skirt and pantaloons 26” to 26-1/2” from top of waistband to bottom edge. Bodice and skirt label crocheted with the initials MCM. DATE: Turn of Century to about 1915.
A Garter?
What appears to be a “sexy” and humorous handmade garter. Two 3/4” x 3-3/4” pieces of satin ribbon stitched together. The garter is beaded in clear beads with a blue border and tiny red flowers on each end. The ends are pointed and are attached to round pieces of gathered pink ribbon. In the center of one piece is the word “GO” and on the other “STOP.” At first look it would seem that they are a pair, two garters that someone sewed together. But looking closer you see a small round plastic bead at 3 of the ends but not on the 4th which is attached from underneath. This would suggest that they were stitched together when made. Anyone’s guess exactly what it was and how it was used. Difficult to date.
A Gym Wear bloomer-style Gym Costume, one piece fast
Navy blue wool bloomer-style lady’s gym costume, one piece fastens at front w/snap, brown polished cotton waistband inside, collar area also lined w/same polished cotton. Top fastens off center at left, sleeves are full and fall to the elbow. Legs are very full and gathered at the knees. Original elastic has lost its elasticity. Would be worn for taking exercise at a gymnasium or school. Would not be worn in any co-ed situation. Gymbloom Suit made exclusively by J.W.Knitt, Lansing, Michigan. Circa: 1910.WWI
A Milbury Atlantic Bathing Suit, black one piece skirted suit
Milbury, the Atlantic, black one piece skirted suit with separate pantaloons. Suit decorated with narrow black and white stripped ribbon. Down the front center from the top of neckline to the bottom the ribbon is 2” wide with horizontal stripes. Length 35.” 1-3/8” ribbon On each side of the bodice in the front and in the back, and along the cap sleeve openings, are1-3/8” diagonal stripes. There is very narrow ribbon around the neckline and around top and bottom edges of the 1-3/4”” waistband. There are 5 concealed button down the front, a hook and eye at the waist and one self fabric 1-3/8” diameter button 4” down from center of neckline. 22” from top of waistband to bottom edge. Pantaloons do not attach, have a narrow ribbon waistband, close with a button and are 25” in length. Both pieces with fabric label “38” in black ink. DATE: Circa 1910
A Pair of Bathing Shoes, Pair of Rauh Standard Bathing Shoes
Pair of Rauh’s “Standard Bathing Shoes,” black with 3 white stripes at ankle and white laces, size 6. DATE: 1920s.
A soft brown and black voided velvet and plain black velvet one
A soft brown and black voided velvet and plain black velvet one piece dress with a removable vest. Bodice is black velvet w/a cream net insert at the neckline, black velvet sleeves which end in a wide cuff of the voided black velvet, there is a 11-1/2” lace ruffle at the wrist, bodice has a stand up collar of voided velvet. The outer layer vest is boned and fastens at the center front w/hooks and eyes. The dress may have been remade in the 19-teens. Waist is 29” and 37” at the center front. Dress belonged to Taube Leah Goodman Ravel and said to have been the dress she wore when she came to the United States from Lithuania. She was the Grandmother of the provider of the content in this collection. DATE: Between 1896 and 1899.
A two piece dress of black heavy synthetic woven material
A two piece dress of black heavy synthetic woven material, very shiny, both pieces lined in sky blue acetate; bodice has wide scooped neck which would fall off the shoulder and very small cap sleeves, fastens on left side w/metal zipper, bodice is very fitted w/bust darts and princess seams. Skirt is full w/10 gores, each gore decorated at the hem w/flower bouquet in raffia in shades of green, blue, pink and red. The skirt has 25” waist and 26” long. Label: “Leone” Via Vigna Nuova 60 R. Firenze. DATE: 1960s. (Purchased in Florence, Italy by Vivette Rifkin, mother of the provided of this collection.)
A Unique Hair Pin for Stray-Locks, Marcel Wave
“A Unique Hair Pin for Stray-Locks, Marcel Wave, or Bobbed Hair,” 2-1/2” x 3” box.
A Water-Sprite black Bathing Suit
Water-Sprite black suit, with original tag that has a picture of woman on one side and description on the other, “ONE PIECE. Skirt can never detach. This positively prevents the embarrassment and damage of serious accident due to dropping of skirt-a frequent occurrence with ordinary bathing suits….” neckline edged with 2 rows of off white trim, sleeve opening with one row. Left shoulder has concealed buttons along length of suit. Attached full pantaloon style pants to the ankle. Label reads “April 14, 1914, Reg. U.S. Patented.” Skirt length 22” from waist to bottom edge of skirt, pantaloons 25.” DATED: 1914
A.T.V. Belts, A.T. Van Alstyn Company, Three Rivers, Mich
A.T.V. Belts, A.T. Van Alstyn Company, Three Rivers, Mich., with trademark in center, back of box shows a picture of the belt “No. 850, woven-to-Shape.” Empty box.
Adjustable pink Corselette Straps
Adjustable pink Corselette Straps, sew on, in original 3” x 4-1/2” chip board envelope. DATE: 1920s.
Gemco, Brassiere and Garter Belt Repairs, on original card. DATE: 1920s into early 30s.
Fair, Brassiere Repairs, on original card. DATE: 1930s and 40s.
Adoration Waving Iron, hand forged and stamped 216
Adoration Waving Iron, hand forged and stamped “216,” on one side and “Adoration” in cursive, “Germany” and the letter “C,” on the other side. In original red chipboard slide box, top covered with off white paper and red print. Text in German, French and Spanish says “This Waving Iron gives to the hair the appearance of a natural waving.” Iron 11” long. Made in Germany.
ADS Pelvitone A Vegetable Compound
ADS Pelvitone “A Vegetable Compound for relief of FEMALE WEAKNESSES, irregular or painful menstruation.” Unopened glass bottle with cork, cream color paper label with red and green print. American Druggists Syndicate, New York, N.Y., Made in U.S.A.
Amber Czech Glass Perfume Bottle
When the Collector bought the bottle in Budapest in 2001 she was told by the seller bought the bottles in that although the bottles weren’t original the molds were and that a limited number were made from the original molds that were discovered in the late 1990s in the Bohemian village of Desna. They are not marked but photos and information available online suggests that they are Desna designs. DATE: Original molds 1920 to 1940.
Amber colored bottle with intaglio glass stopper of dancing nymph in waterfall. Bottle and stopper in art deco skyscraper style. Bottle 2-1/4” plus 5-1/2” stopper.
American Bouquet and Jap Rose Soaps
American Bouquet Toilet Soap, sealed in original white wrapper w/dark blue print, border and rose; “This full size cake of soap is given to you FREE to test the quality of our goods-Do NOT Pay For It.” Lincoln Chemical Works, Est. 1886, Chicago.
Bar of “Jap Rose Soap for Complexion Hair and Bath,” in original box and wrapping. The box is yellow with red and blue print, bamboo border and pictures a woman from the bodice up wearing a flowered garment in the colors of the box. The graphics, her clothing, along with the large pink flowers in her short black hair gives the suggestion of a Japanese woman. “Contains Pure Glycerine, So pure you can see through it.” James S. Kirk & Co., Chicago, Copyright 1923.
American Reticule 3 sectional beaded Bag with floral motif
American Reticule 3 sectional beaded Bag with floral motif. Silk plaid header in shades of rose and green with a green silk ribbon drawstring. Center section with large roses, blue flowers and green leaves against a gray background.Third section has tiny flowers and designs in white, green and light blue with a line of tan. Black beads along the three sides bottom edge. 5-1/2” x 6-1/2.” DATE: Around 1840 to 1875.
American white kid shoes with Fenelon bow
Pair of American white kid shoes with Fenelon bow (a multi-looped bow) on vamp, elastic strap across center. DATE: Circa 1840 to 1865.
Ampacoids Ovary Tablets, Pioneers in Glandular Therapy
Ampacoids Ovary Tablets, “Pioneers in Glandular Therapy,” box of 6 rolls each with 25 units having 5 grams of “fresh ovary,” separate sheet with directions 5” x 1” x 5/8.” White cardboard box w/silver and blue writing. Reed and Carnrick. Jersey City, New Jersey.
Anatomical Illustrations of the female body
Anatomical Illustrations of the female body, on paper in the shape of a female, seen from above the knees. Opens like an accordion, pages with a series of flaps to show the different parts of the body. Illustrated in brown, burgundy and blue. Because numbers are printed next to the various parts of the body, there would have been another piece used in conjunction with it to identify the names.
Anti-Suffrage Postcard – “All Good Luck…”
“All Good Luck, If you want to be Happy Don’t Get Married.” Sad looking man sitting on a chair holding a screaming baby, he has a black eye and bandages on his face.
Anti-Suffrage Postcard – “I Don’t Like To See…”
“I Don’t Like to See A Woman Do A Man’s Work,” with a picture of two women kissing.
Copyright 1913 H.M. Rose.
DATED: 1913.
Anti-Suffrage Postcard – “I Married My Wife…”
Caption “I Married My Wife to Avoid Going to War” with picture of a man holding two screaming babies, his wife dressed to go out, says “And you can get your own supper! I won’t be home from bridge until 8:30,” and he answers, “Yes, Love.” Hand written under the card is, “You went to the war and acted wisely, Ray.”
