Musical Powder Compact with Jewel Bow, Kigu London 1950s
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A musical powder compact, 'Minuette', by Kigu of London, 1950s, the gold metal oval compact with cushion scalloped edging, an engine turned top with an applied jewel studded bow and mirrored to the reverse, the engine turned interior with a hinged compact section with the original sifter, and a music box with mechanism, with the original black drawstring bag; stamped underside and to the interior. Length 8.5 cm. Width 7.5 cm
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- Engine Turned - Engine turning is a decorative technique used on metal surfaces to create intricate curving or geometric pattern. The process involves cutting a series of lines into the surface of the metal using a rose engine or decoration lathe which rotates the metal as it cuts, allowing the operator to create a repeating pattern that covers the entire surface. The resulting surface has a shimmering, reflective quality that is often described as "engine turned." Where an engine turned item has been enamelled, the term used to describe the decoration is usually guilloche.
Engine turning was originally developed to decorate metal objects such as firearms, scientific instruments, and other metal objects that required precise and elegant design.
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