An Austrian enamelled silver novelty compact, An Austrian enamelled silver novelty compact, 1930s, the compact of oval form decorated throughout in powder blue guilloche enamel over a variety of engine-turned patterns, the lid set with a latticed silver insert of love birds, with an octagonal handle in white enamel, internally gilt, marked 'Austria Sterling Silver, 11cm high 1.35ozt From the private collection of a Cambridge Gentleman. Condition Report: The mirror plate with some flaking and patination. The silver with tarnish and wear. The marks inside slightly rubbed.