Auction Catalogue

23 & 24 June 2026

Starting at 12:00 PM

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Jewellery, Objects of Vertu, Silver and Watches

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Lot

№ 486

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To be sold on: 24 June 2026

Estimate: £100–£120

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A collection of eight American ’carryall’ purses and compacts by Volupté, circa 1940-1950,
mostly in gold/silver-toned brass, comprising:
a ‘Pianette’ purse, in outer sleeve,
two purses applied with costume jewels, in carrying sleeves
a basket-weave purse, with carrying sleeve,
a ‘Golden gesture’ hand-shaped compact,
a ‘Lip-Lock’ compact,
a ‘Pianette’ compact,
and a ‘Silhouette’ coach and horse compact,
mostly with original packaging,
largest length 14cm. (8)

£100-£120

Volupté was an American company operating from the mid 1920s, based in Fifth Avenue in New York. The firm became a dominant market leader in the 1940s and 1950s, celebrated for its glamorous and novelty products.

Mostly in good condition, some with wear commensurate with use.
Golden Gesture in excellent condition with original box.
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