Manufactured by
Agalin, French
Used by
Horne, Lena, American, 1917 - 2010
Date
mid 20th Century
Medium
Bakelite (TM)
Dimensions
6 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 1 in. (15.9 x 3.8 x 2.5 cm)
Description
This is the case for the nail buffer. It is made of semi-translucent orange Bakelite plastic and is rectangular in shape with an oval bowl that is missing a large section. On the bottom side of the case there is a green sticker with black type that reads "Horne".
Classification
Accessories and Personal Effects
Type
equipment for personal use: grooming, hygiene and health care
Topic
Actors
Beauty culture
Singers (Musicians)
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2011.27.2.3b
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd59e1da075-fbeb-45d8-b82b-5988085a39bb

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