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Eyeglass case

Accessories
Inventory number
2021.12.6.12.AC.GL.C1840.FR
Description
Small spectacle case in morocco brown leather, covered with burgundy velvet stamped with a golden acanthus border, with the front embroidered with white roses and green leaves on beige background. The etui is lined inside with burgundy silk, closes with a cut steel clasp, and could be used to carry flat eyeglasses, or pince-nez, or even as a needle case.
Materials
Leather
Embroidery thread
Velvet
Silk
Cut steel
Origin
circa 1840 France
Dimensions
Length : 12.5 cm
Height : 3.5 cm