A very fine & rare mid 20th century Italian diamond-set textured solid gold powder compact / case by Faraone
Hallmarked & signed Faraone, Milan, Italy
circa 1950s/60s
 
Of oval textured gold form, the gem-set solid gold case featuring an attractive striated pattern, the thumbpiece set with a burst of rose-cut diamonds. The interior with an oval mirror and powder compartment.
Fully hallmarked inside cover and base.
3 5/8 in. (9.3 cm.) wide
 
Tracing its roots back to 1860, the august House of Faraone was patronized by a venerated client list comprising many members of the European royalty, aristocratic Italian families including the Savoys, and international celebrities. After World War I the company opened its first salon on the Via Montenapoleone in Milan and was celebrated for its exquisite workmanship.
 
In original wooden Faraone Milano box.