Description :

Estée Lauder “Beautiful Sphinx” (2002)

• Dimensions: Approx. 2" tall × 1.75" wide

• Design: Egyptian Revival form with gold enamel finish, turquoise and crimson inlays, and rhinestone collar

• Mark: “Estée Lauder 2002” stamped inside

• Notes: A highly collectible compact from the “Beautiful” fragrance series. Bold, sculptural, and jewel-like

Jay Strongwater for Estée Lauder “Enchanted Pagoda” (2005)

• Dimensions: 2" tall × 2" wide

• Design: Octagonal pagoda with ruby-red enamel roof, turquoise finial, and jeweled windows in blue and green crystals

• Mark: “Strongwater for Estée Lauder 2005”

• Notes: Designed by Jay Strongwater for Estée Lauder’s limited-edition line; among the most sought-after Strongwater collaborations

Estée Lauder “Lucky Ladybug” (2004)

• Dimensions: 1.5" tall × 1.75" wide

• Design: Red enamel body with black spots and gold detailing, shaped as a ladybug

• Mark: “Estée Lauder”

• Notes: From the Beyond Paradise fragrance collection; charming and playful, a favorite among collectors

Estée Lauder “Red Hat” (circa early 2000s)

• Dimensions: 1.5" tall × 2" wide

• Design: Scarlet enamel hat accented with violet floral garland and gold trim

• Mark: Unmarked, consistent with early 2000s Estée Lauder issue

• Notes: A whimsical vanity collectible inspired by the “Red Hat Society” era

Estée Lauder “Crown Jewel” Round Compact (1990s)

• Dimensions: 1.75" diameter

• Design: Deep ruby guilloché enamel top framed with ornate gilt border and floral filigree

• Mark: “Estée Lauder”

• Notes: From Estée Lauder’s “Crown Jewel” series; opulent red enamel with royal motif

Ritz Art Deco Compact (mid-20th century)

• Dimensions: 2.25" tall × 1.5" wide

• Design: Rectangular silver-tone case with burgundy enamel inlay and geometric medallion motif

• Mark: “Ritz”

• Notes: Evokes the classic Art Deco styling of the 1930s; refined and architectural

Houbigant Gold Lattice with Red Jewel (1930s)

• Dimensions: 1.5" diameter

• Design: Twisted rope lattice design in gold tone, centered with red cabochon stone

• Mark: “Houbigant”

• Notes: A vintage French compact from one of the oldest perfume houses; elegant and collectible

Houbigant “Chantilly” Round Compact (mid-century)

• Dimensions: 1.5" diameter

• Design: Sunburst-etched lid with central red cabochon jewel

• Mark: “Houbigant”

• Notes: Classic design associated with Houbigant’s Chantilly line; retains traces of original perfume

Houbigant Oval Red Cabochon Compact (1930s–1940s)

• Dimensions: 1.75" tall × 1.25" wide

• Design: Textured gold casing with oval red glass top and smooth interior

• Mark: “Houbigant”

• Notes: Early Houbigant collectible with rich color contrast and fine metalwork

Coral-Red Mini Perfume Bottle (Unmarked)

• Dimensions: 1.5" tall × 1" wide

• Design: Coral-colored enamel bottle with domed gold stopper

• Mark: None

• Notes: Likely part of a coordinating perfume miniature set; elegant accent piece to the collection

Collecting Note

This ensemble spans nearly a century of perfumery design — from 1930s Parisian Houbigant to 21st-century Estée Lauder art compacts. Together they showcase evolving trends in luxury packaging: jeweled metals, enamel artistry, and limited-edition design collaboration.