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Chinese Shagreen Covered Eyeglass Case in Natural Grey

About the Item

Chinese eyeglass case of flattened tubular form with closed ends, sliding open in the center and made of papier mâché covered in natural grey shagreen.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ACK1stDibs: LU7371242152052

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