R&Y Augousti was founded in 1989 by husband-and-wife team Ria and Yiouri Augousti. The pair works with pen shell, metal and an array of exotic skins — including ostrich, snake, eel and crocodile — to create Art Deco-inspired furniture that echoes the influences of their unique friends and draws on the experiences they’ve shared on their global travels.
Ria Augousti (née Macasaet) was born in Manila. Her family relocated to Cebu and, at age 15, she went to New York City to study art. She continued her studies in England and graduated from the London School of Furniture Making.
Born in Cyprus, Yiouri Augousti studied architecture at London’s Architectural Association. He was drawn to interior design that reflected a revival of Art Deco that took shape during his years as a young adult.
Ria was working at the interior design firm of John Stefanidis, in London, when Yiouri joined the firm. “We got on like a house on fire,” Ria has said of the beginnings of their relationship. The couple established R&Y Augousti in 1989 and married in 1990. The business grew swiftly — R&Y Augousti moved permanently to Paris in 1994, and in 2011, the couple opened their first American showroom. There, in the New York Design Center, the range of decorative objects on offer from R&Y Augousti included dining tables, side tables and decorative objects such as candleholders and picture frames in shagreen.
The initial popularity that shagreen enjoyed as furniture covering fizzled when the Art Deco era faded. Modernist designer Jean-Michel Frank was an enthusiast of the textured hide, and during the 1960s, Karl Springer covered desks, chairs and tables with it. Ria Augousti wanted to revive shagreen’s use as a finish in one of their very first designs. Their sculptural, sensuous shagreen Sylvie chair, with its slender and towering backrest, makes a statement in any space and has seen a fair amount of praise over the years. The Sylvie has been photographed in a number of high-profile spaces including Alexander Wang's New York City loft apartment designed by Ryan Korban. (And shagreen reemerged as a luxe material among designers and decorators in 2017.)
R&Y Augousti has since expanded into fashion accessories, and drawings by the couple’s daughter, designer Kifu Augousti, have been embroidered on some of the brand’s luxurious handbags.
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Picture Frame 5x7” in Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning 5x7" picture frame by R&Y Augousti is a refined display of minimalist elegance, crafted in luxurious black oak. The sleek wood frame's rich texture is complemented by a...
Brass
Wonderful R&Y Augousti Shark Skin Bone Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful R&Y Augousti Shark Skin & Bone Picture Frame
Bone, Faux Leather
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite picture frame by R&Y Augousti, designed to hold an 5x7” photo, is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship and timeless luxury. Meticulously handcrafted, the frame f...
Glass, Wood, Oak
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted Grey Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted grey shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Quilted Grey Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted grey shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 5x7” in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 5X7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of white shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, ge...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 8x10” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of white shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, g...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted black shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of th...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Quilted White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted white shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of th...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning 8x10" picture frame by R&Y Augousti is a refined display of minimalist elegance, crafted in luxurious black oak. The sleek wood frame's rich texture is complemented by ...
Glass, Wood, Oak
Picture Frame 5x7” in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 5x7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of black shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, ge...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Quilted Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted black shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the sh...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Quilted Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite picture frame by R&Y Augousti, designed to hold an 8x10” photo, is a testament to sophisticated craftsmanship and timeless luxury. Meticulously handcrafted, the fr...
Glass, Wood, Oak
Picture Frame 8x10” in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 8x10” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of black shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, g...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted White Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted white shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of th...
Glass, Shagreen Stingray, Wood
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-color shagreen leather and 24 karat gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches, width 11.5 inches, depth 1 inch Photo size: 8 inches by 10 inches LAST ...
Gold
Camouflage Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Camouflage colored shagreen leather with malachite inserts and 24-karat gold-plated picture frame by Fabio Ltd Measures: Height 13.5 inches, width 11.5 inches, depth 1 inch Photo siz...
Malachite, Gold
Shagreen Photo Frame by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black, yellow, and ivory shagreen leather and 24-karat gold-plated photo frame by Fabio Ltd Height: 10.5 inches / Width: 8.5 inches / Depth: 1 inch Photo size: 5 inches by 7 inches L...
Gold
Shagreen Column by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. This column in cream...
Shagreen Stingray
$1,140
H 28.35 in W 22.45 in D 2.45 in
Antique Black Tramp Art Frame Folk Art Picture Frame Carved Wood Carved Oak
Located in Munich, DE
This tramp art picture frame was handcrafted and handcarved in the last decades of the 19th century. It is decorated with for pointed stars, square and rectangular pyramids, lozenge...
Oak
Octagonal Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
Located in New York, NY
Octagonal tortoiseshell picture frame. Antique octagonal frame in beautiful condition smoothly applied with antique Sicilian tortoiseshell and original brass hook; for favourite phot...
Metal
$1,100
H 12.19 in W 10.25 in D 1 in
Gucci Italy Spice Brown Leather and Crocodile Skin Picture Frame, circa 1980
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Gucci designed this exceptional leather and brass picture frame. The rare piece was meticulously crafted in Italy circa 1980. The timeless, stunning spice-brown calf...
Brass, Metal
$175 / item
H 12.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.5 in
8x10 Medium Brown & Black Leather Tabletop Picture Frame- The Saddle Shop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
8x10 medium brown & black leather tabletop picture frame. Premium leather picture frames add the perfect accent to any home or office. Each frame is s...
Leather
Vintage Italian Picture Frame
Located in Red Lion, PA
Designer Italian Picture Frame Photo is 10.5" x 7"
Brass
$580Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.5 in W 12 in D 0.5 in
Art Nouveau Style .925 Sterling Silver Floral Filigree Picture Photo Frame 5x7
Located in Dayton, OH
925 sterling silver art nouveau style horizontal rectangular picture / photo frame featuring pierced, swirling floral and foliate filigree. Easel back. Dimensions: 12" x 0.5" x 9.5...
Sterling Silver
$115 / item
H 9.5 in W 7.5 in D 1.5 in
5x7 Medium Brown & Black Leather Tabletop Picture Frame- The Saddle Shop
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
5x7 medium brown & black leather tabletop picture frame. Premium leather picture frames add the perfect accent to any home or office. Each frame is sk...
Leather
Picture Frame 5x7” in Black Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 5x7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti epitomizes timeless elegance with its luxurious use of black shagreen, lending a tactile sophistication to any space. The frame's bold, ge...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Wonderful R&Y Augousti Crocodile Bone Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful R&Y Augousti Faux Crocodile Bone Picture Frame
Bone, Faux Leather
Picture Frame 5x7” in Quilted Grey Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted grey shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the sha...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
Picture Frame 8x10” in Quilted Grey Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious picture frame by R&Y Augousti is crafted in their signature quilted grey shagreen, exuding both timeless elegance and modern refinement. The tactile texture of the sha...
Glass, Wood, Shagreen Stingray
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H 12.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.5 in
Picture Frame 8x10” in Grey Shagreen with Brass Indentation by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite 8x10” picture frame by R&Y Augousti is an embodiment of timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. The luxurious grey shagreen, meticulously hand-applied, wraps arou...
Brass
Sold
H 9.5 in W 8 in D 1.5 in
Picture Frame 5x7” in Grey Shagreen With Brass Indentation by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite 5x7” picture frame by R&Y Augousti is an embodiment of timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. The luxurious grey shagreen, meticulously hand-applied, wraps aroun...
Brass
Set of R & Y Augousti Paris France Decorative Picture Frames and Coasters
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
Set of R & Y Augousti Paris France decorative picture frames and coasters. Red Agate style veneer. Picture frames are double sided and each measure approximately 3 3/8" long, 1 1/4"...
Wood
Art Deco style Shagreen Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Miami, FL
An Elegant French picture frame in Shagreen by R&Y Augousti. Made in Paris, France.
Shagreen
Early R and Y Augousti Coconut Shell and Resin Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early elegant picture photo frame designed by famed decorative arts design firm Ria and Youri Augousti, Paris. Geometric marquetry with sienn...
Glass, Resin, Coconut
Set of Three R & Y Augousti Paris Shagreen Covered Table Set
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Forney, TX
A fine set of three vintage shagreen decorative table-top items by Parisian design label, R & Y Augousti. The luxurious set Includes two shagreen covered boxes, a large square li...
Shagreen, Wood
R&Y Augousti Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Large vintage R&Y Augousti Classic Picture Frame S With inlayed faux bamboo decoration Retailers label to the reverse Paris France circa 1990...
Bamboo, Wood
R&Y Augousti Shagreen Marquetry Picture Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant picture photo frame designed by famed decorative arts design firm Ria & Youri Augousti, Paris. Geometric marquetry with black shagreen textured brass and black and white marb...
Marble, Brass, Metal
Early R & Y Augousti, Paris Shagreen Vanity Frame
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Sharon, CT
An early Parisian Augusti. A very classy Shagreen frame, opening 6.5" x 4.5".
Shagreen