Eighteenth Century Writing Kit/Makeup Kit

This beautifully intricate item in the Cleveland Museum of Art is a portable writing kit and makeup compact. It was made in England between 1760 and 1770. Opening it reveals a mirror, pencils and a manicure set.

Link -via OMG That Artifact! | Photo: Cleveland Museum of Art

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So ... why aren't these still made? Someone seriously needs to get back on manufacturing these.

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At first I was excited that there's a new bacon post. Then I was dejected that it's not real bacon. Then intrigued that it's a cookie that looks like bacon.

John, quit toying with me!

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