Origin: France (circa 1850-1870). Exquisite antique Victorian calling card case, masterfully hand-carved from luminous, iridescent mother-of-pearl. Dating to the mid-19th century, this delicate piece features a stunning geometric diamond-tessellation pattern across both the front and back panels, catching the light with shimmering tones of silver, rose, and pale green.
The case is held securely together by its original blue silk-lined interior hinges, opening smoothly to reveal the original soft fabric pockets designed to protect delicate calling cards. A remarkable and tactile piece of social history from the Napoleon III era.
