Karess Finger Loop Compact
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A rectangular gold-plated compact with a blue enamel top. The bottom is engraved with a radial geometric design. he compact opens on a hinge with a finger ridge. Inside the compact is a mirror the entire area of the top. Opposite the mirror is a pressed powder, cover, lipstick and puff. The cover is engraved, “Karess / Woodsworth / New York - Paris.” Attached to the bottom of the compact with a small gold chain and finger loop.
| Identifier | COM_Karess_003 |
| Subject | Compact |
| Type | Finger Loop Compact |
| Date | 1929 |
| Materials | Gold Plate, Enamel, Glass, Puff |
| Condition | Like New |
| Location | wall F |
| Brand | Karess |
| Tags | Like New, Compact, 1920s, Karess, Finger Loop |
| Collection | I. Makeup Collection |
| Citation | “Karess Finger Loop Compact,” MUA Archive, accessed January 26, 2026, https://archivemua-new.newassembly.com/items/show/168. |
