{"product_id":"untitled-jul16_20-20-25","title":"Rare Vintage Salvador Dalí \"Bird in Hand\" Compact by Elgin American - c. 1950","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn a rare piece of wearable art history. Designed by surrealist master Salvador Dali in approximately 1950, this highly collectible Elgin American \"Bird in Hand\" compact is an absolute treasure for vintage vanity and art collectors alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis iconic piece is crafted from textured gilt-brass in the shape of a bird. The main body flips open to reveal a heart-shaped powder compartment and a clear glass mirror. The small lower flap acts as the release hinge, to reveal a pillbox and the bird's head serves as a clever, integrated lipstick holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Ultra Rare Salvador Dali Elgin “Bird in Hand” Gold Compact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehas been called \" The Holy Grail\" of compacts by antique experts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the Most Coveted Compact and very few exist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade of gilt-brass, the bird has red cabochon eyes. The head is signed DALI and it is the removeable head for the lipstick compartment, a pop up door exposes the powder compartment and another pop up door hides a  small pillbox in the tail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition is overall good vintage. There is some verdigris and couple spots of loss of gold finish. Nothing major. A few tiny dark spots on the mirror. The compartment doors open and snap shut nicely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaque is signed :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElgin American\/ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade is USA\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePat. Pending\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a lovely piece of artistic Dali history and a true collectors piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: Salvador Dali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Elgin American\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: Circa 1950s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Gilt brass \/ Base metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctionality: Vanity powder compact with mirror and lipstick compartment and pillbox.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall: Good vintage condition with beautiful structural integrity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Shows slight authentic finish\/color loss and light surface wear consistent with age, adding a beautiful antique patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical: All hinges open smoothly and snap shut securely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior: Internal mirror is intact; the powder and lipstick compartments are clear of heavy residue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lipstick tube still holds the ORIGINAL clear lip gloss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease view all photos as they are part of the disclosed condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Time To Shine Vintage Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43658156966001,"sku":null,"price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/7887\/8321\/files\/0D93C530-6103-4F8C-A225-0C966A81E603.png?v=1784249582","url":"https:\/\/timetoshinevintagecollection.com\/products\/untitled-jul16_20-20-25","provider":"Time To Shine Vintage Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}