Kigu Basket / Bouquet Novelty Powder Compact 1956 antique silver topped jars The engraving is very fine

The engraving is very fine & the silversmith has rendered the clothes in such a way that they feel like they have the texture of garments

The powder well contains a good sifter

Measures 8 x 6

The hanging ring has a fob style catch which activates a spring loaded mechanism ensuring the case glides open once activated

Kigu Basket / Bouquet Novelty Powder Compact 1956 antique silver topped jars The engraving is very fineAn adorable mid century Kigu 'Bouquet' '63 01' with 'engine turned pattern'. A '63 type' novelty basket loose powder compact with 'graceful handle'. The whole piece is decorated with engine turned engravings. The main body of the basket has engraving which resembles the basket weave design. The lid has a circular cartouche which the makers named the 'initial medallion', as it would often be engraved with the recipients initial s. The carry handle is