The piece depicts a tropical scene, commonly identified as a Rio de Janeiro waterfront or beach. The background of the sky and water uses the natural, vibrant blue iridescence of the butterfly wings, while elements like the palm trees, rocks, and hills are painted in silhouette over the wings. The edge of the item is a silver metal. made with real butterfly 🦋 wings! wow! This style of jewelry and compacts was popular during the Art Deco period, starting in the 1920s and continuing through the 1960s. They were often manufactured in England by companies like T.L. Mott or Shipton, or sometimes directly in Brazil, where the butterflies are sourced. still has powder in it and comes with poof! great for collectors, you won't find another one like this!!!! questions? ask below! antique, vintage, compact, compact, makeup, collectors, butterfly, butterfly wings, wings, hand painted, painted, real butterfly, art deco, art, 1920s, 1960s, 50s, 30s, 40s, old, unique, exquisite, one of a kind,