Set with mirror and comb, England, 1920s #antiquesportboots the fichu served both decorative

the fichu served both decorative and modesty purposes

circa 1895

the plate features an exquisite Rococo cartouche with the Prussian eagle and the royal cipher “FR” (Friedrich Rex) beneath the crown — a direct reference to Frederick the Great and the enduring symbolism of the Prussian monarchy

Width: ~ 70 cm (when opened)

the hat shows subtle signs of age and wear

Set with mirror and comb, England, 1920s #antiquesportboots the fichu served both decorativeIn the 1920s, not only was invented its own fashion, but also the hairstyles of the ladies changed radically and adapted to this fashion. The hair became shorter and more wavy. So that the hairstyle always fit, the ladies carried such small comb mirror sets. The getup reminds of a sundial. Tassel needed to pull out the mirror. Well preserved. Some signs of age and use. Very rare to find. Measures: ~ 12 x 6 cm