{"product_id":"victorian-shagreen-glasses-case","title":"Victorian Shagreen Glasses Case","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntique Victorian Green Shagreen Spectacle Case with Original Glasses – 19th Century\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA wonderfully unusual and highly decorative \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVictorian shagreen spectacle case, complete with its original folding spectacles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, dating to the 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis beautiful antique case is covered entirely in richly coloured green shagreen, displaying the distinctive natural pebble-like texture associated with ray skin. The wonderful variations of emerald, sage and sea green create an almost jewel-like appearance, making this a particularly striking example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe elongated case has an elegant rounded shape, with a hinged domed lid and metal mounts that have developed a lovely antique patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eOpening the case reveals the original folding spectacles, with their delicate metal frames and tinted lenses, neatly housed within the fitted interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Little History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eShagreen has been prized for centuries as a luxurious decorative material, traditionally produced from the skin of rays or sharks. Its distinctive textured surface made it particularly desirable for covering small personal accessories, including spectacle cases, jewellery boxes, writing instruments and travelling necessities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDuring the Georgian and Victorian periods, shagreen was associated with fine craftsmanship and fashionable personal possessions. Its popularity continued into the Art Deco era, when its unusual texture and beautiful colours were particularly admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis charming case offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of personal accessories and eyewear, combining practicality with the decorative craftsmanship of a bygone age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Believed Victorian, 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Green shagreen, with metal mounts\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eContents:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Original folding spectacles with tinted lenses\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Elongated rounded case with hinged domed lid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Beautiful variations of emerald, sage and sea green\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Antique condition with age-related wear, patination and marks to the metal fittings and interior, consistent with its considerable age. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA beautiful and unusual collector’s piece, perfect for lovers of antique eyewear, Victorian accessories, shagreen and decorative curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eEqually lovely displayed on a dressing table, in a gentleman’s study or as part of a collection of antique personal accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeritage House – History in Your Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage House Cotswolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59881993077061,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/2139\/2453\/files\/IMG_4194.jpg?v=1792848584","url":"https:\/\/heritagehousecotswolds.com\/products\/victorian-shagreen-glasses-case","provider":"Heritage House Cotswolds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}