ANTIQUE 20thC ENGLISH SHAGREEN SILVER MOUNTED CASKET, JOHN PAUL COOPER c.1900

£2,895.00

Antique 20th Century English shagreen and silver mounted casket by craftsman John Paul Cooper, widely considered a pioneer of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Cooper specialised in the use of unusual materials, and this rectangular box in particular is entirely covered with textured grey shagreen, which he began using in 1903, long before it became fashionable in the later 20s and 30s. Shagreen is prized for its distinctive granular texture and remarkable durability, providing a striking contrast to typical polished materials.

Flattened silver wire of various decoration frames the box, with silver strapwork and rivets. The box rests on ball feet and the panelled hinged lid can be opened by pressing the floral button, revealing an internal wood lining. Both decorative and functional, the box makes an attractive ornamental piece or an elegant gift idea to complete any gentleman's library or eclectic interior.

Internally stamped on silver metal plate with Cooper's mark 'JPC'. No hallmarks, tested silver.

Reference Number: PD12811

Antique 20th Century English shagreen and silver mounted casket by craftsman John Paul Cooper, widely considered a pioneer of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Cooper specialised in the use of unusual materials, and this rectangular box in particular is entirely covered with textured grey shagreen, which he began using in 1903, long before it became fashionable in the later 20s and 30s. Shagreen is prized for its distinctive granular texture and remarkable durability, providing a striking contrast to typical polished materials.

Flattened silver wire of various decoration frames the box, with silver strapwork and rivets. The box rests on ball feet and the panelled hinged lid can be opened by pressing the floral button, revealing an internal wood lining. Both decorative and functional, the box makes an attractive ornamental piece or an elegant gift idea to complete any gentleman's library or eclectic interior.

Internally stamped on silver metal plate with Cooper's mark 'JPC'. No hallmarks, tested silver.

Reference Number: PD12811

CONDITION

In Good Condition - Wear in keeping with age. Missing one rivet on the lid. Please refer to photographs.

SIZE

Height: 8 cm // 3.15 inches

Width: 22 cm // 8.66 inches

Depth: 10 cm // 3.94 inches

Weight: 495 grams