Title
A Shagreen Ovoid Box
Object Type
Creator
Date
early 20th century
Description
A shagreen ovoid box (French, early 20th century) retailed by Tiffany & Co., New York. The box has a hinged lid and is fitted with a metal keyhole at center, the interior is lined with cream velvet. The velvet of the interior lid is impressed “TIFFANY & Co / NEW YORK / PARIS FRANCE” with a shield shaped mark below. Original to Chateau-sur-Mer, from the collection of Miss Edith M. K. Wetmore.
Shagreen is a natural hide covered with small round granulations, it typically comes from a shark, stingray, or dogfish. Shagreen had been traditionally used in Japan, its decorative use among Europeans was popularized by Madame De Pompadour in the mid-18th century, it fell out of fashion in the 19th century but regained prominence in the early 20th century with the Art Deco movement.
Shagreen is a natural hide covered with small round granulations, it typically comes from a shark, stingray, or dogfish. Shagreen had been traditionally used in Japan, its decorative use among Europeans was popularized by Madame De Pompadour in the mid-18th century, it fell out of fashion in the 19th century but regained prominence in the early 20th century with the Art Deco movement.
Cultural Origin
French
Medium
shagreen on wood core
metal
velvet
Extent
5" x 7" x 5.5"
Collection
Source
Gift of Mr. Edward Lee Cave, 2002.
Identifier
PSNC.10618
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