Makeup case used by makeup artist Bernadine M. Anderson
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@ National Museum of African American History and Culture
Unidentified
Description
Black hard-sided makeup case with silver metal hardware, including a lock & key mechanism. Hinged lid with a single, black plastic handle. Top compartment is a tray divided into two (2) sections. Underside of lid is lined with green felt. At the center is a square mirror flanked by a black elastic band on either side. The front panel is a hinged flap that folds down to reveal eight (8) wooden drawers. Each drawer has a mirrored bottom and silver-colored metal pull. Contains an array of makeup products (including stage makeup) such as foundation, blush, eye liner, adhesives, hair products, applicators, and eye shadow totaling 128 pieces.
Metal , Plastic , Wood , Elastic
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Bernadine M. Anderson
