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POWDER BOWL - XYLONITE POWDER BOWL WITH SEPARATE LID

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a) Circular bowl, wide base and much smaller top opening.Two decorative indentations near the base.
b) Separate lid with lip for neat fit.
c) Round knob with pointed top.

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Registration number
cwa-org-43-1986.21a - c
Item type
Objects
Keywords
Personal Items
Cosmetics
Domestic - Bathroom
Containers
Photographed 2023
Statement of significance

Fashion history. Example of lady's powder bowl.

Subiaco Museum

Subiaco Museum

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