Through the story of her passion for collecting powder compacts, the author guides us on a journey through personal memories, meticulous research, and a love for collecting. It all begins with an object from the past, a silver powder compact received as a gift at eighteen and then lost, only to unexpectedly resurface among the stalls of a flea market. From that moment, curiosity transforms into a true dedication that lasts over forty years, leading her to explore fairs, exhibitions, and markets in search of unique and niche pieces. With over 800 specimens collected, the author delves into the history, materials, and peculiarities of these small objects, silent witnesses of past eras and the aesthetic taste of those who owned them.
The book tells not only the evolution of a collection but also the very soul of the collector: an tireless dreamer, driven by passion and the desire to uncover the beauty hidden in the details.
