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Mid-Century Japanese Crown Compact with Damascene Style Chrysanthemum Motif - A mid-20th-century Japanese powder compact by Crown Compact. This vanity piece features a scalloped, lobed circular form crafted from silver-tone metal. The lid is centered by an inset oval black panel decorated with a damascene-style chrysanthemum motif in gold and silver tones, signifying the Japanese kiku. A small rectangular cartouche containing Japanese characters is positioned at the base of the floral arrangement. The reverse of the compact is finished with a textured, vermicular pattern. The interior retains its original mirrored lid and two branded Crown Compact powder puffs. Beneath the puffs is a fabric sifter featuring Japanese instructional text. The item is accompanied by its original cream-colored presentation box, which features a silver-tone filigree emblem on the lid, and a black fabric protective pouch. This set represents the high-quality export vanity wares produced in Japan during the mid-century period. Diameter: approximately 7.5 cm.