Rare 18th Century French Shagreen Necessaire Etui – Almost Complete Fitted Travel Case c.1770
A rare and highly collectible late 18th-century French shagreen necessaire etui, quite well preserved and remarkably complete for its age. Crafted from shagreen leather, this elegant antique travel companion retains its original luxurious character and fine quality.
The fitted interior contains the original blown-crystal perfume flasks with sterling-silver caps, one stopper broken in the neck, a stylus, folding fan-form note panels, a mirror, and various original fittings. Replaced tiny funnel, which is exceptionally minor considering the age and rarity of the piece.
The shagreen exterior remains in fair condition, with attractive colour and texture, and the original velvet interior.
A fascinating and sophisticated example of Georgian personal luxury accessories, increasingly difficult to find in such complete condition.
Features:
? Rare French shagreen nécessaire / etui
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... Late 1700s / Georgian period
? Original blown crystal perfume bottles
? Sterling silver-mounted caps
? Original mirror and note panels
? Exceptional collector’s piece
Condition:
Presented in good antique condition for age and type with obvious wear and deficiencies in places.
Measurements:
Height: 7.8 cm
Width: 6.1 cm
Depth: 3cm
An exceptional acquisition for collectors of Georgian antiques, French necessaires, shagreen objects, antique vanity items, and rare travel accessories.
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1214460
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 7.8cm (3.1inches)Width is 6.1cm (2.4inches)Depth is 3cm (1.2inches)
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