1940s "For President Thomas E. Dewey" Compact
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A round compact with a blue and white enamel lid. The lid is decorated with a political slogan reading, “For president Thomas E. Dewey / Pat Grogerty Displays, Mt. Vernon, N.Y.,” above a photorealistic portrait of the candidate. The compact opens on a hinge. Inside, there is a mirror powder well, and puff.
| Identifier | COM_1940s_005 |
| Subject | Compact |
| Type | Presidential Compact |
| Date | 1940s |
| Materials | Enamel, Brass, Glass, Puff |
| Condition | Like New |
| Location | disp W |
| Brand | unknown |
| Tags | Filmed for TikTok, Like New, 1940s, Compact, Promotional |
| Collection | I. Makeup Collection |
| Citation | “1940s "For President Thomas E. Dewey" Compact,” MUA Archive, accessed January 26, 2026, https://archivemua-new.newassembly.com/items/show/991. |
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