Stratton powder case with mirror

Title
Stratton powder case with mirror
Year/Period
1950s
Region
United Kingdom
Material
Dimension
Object size: (Closed) H1.3 x W7.9 x D9 cm,
Object size: (Opened) H9 x W7.9 x D9.5 cm
Accession No.
2009-01775-001
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Christina Balsara

This Stratton powder case belonged to the late Christina Lee (1923-2009).Christina Lee was the former wife of Loke Wan Tho, the founder and chairman of Cathay Organisation. An accomplished photographer, perfumer and businesswoman, she was also a style icon who was remembered for her poise, elegance and impeccable fashion sense. In 1965, she was named by Vogue magazine as one of the most beautiful women in Singapore.