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RARE ANTiQUE GEORGE III SHAGREEN GLASSES SPECTACLES CASE AND FOLDING GLASSES

$884.52
£650
€763.64
CA$1,215.18
A$1,356.63
CHF 710.85
MX$16,606.47
NOK 9,027.84
SEK 8,512.11
DKK 5,699.14

About the Item

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning George III Shargeen & Silver Spectacles case with folding glasses inside A very good looking, well made and decorative little piece of High Georgian Elegance. This piece would have been the absolute height of sophistication in Georgian society in the 1780’s to 1820’s The case or cover is Shagreen which as I’m sure you are aware is sharkskin and Ray Skin, very collectable The condition is stunning, its been lightly polished and has a period correct patina Dimensions Height:- 13cm Width:- 5.5cm Depth:- 2cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2823335901692

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