A refined artifact of Victorian grooming culture, this English 19th-century shoe care set arrives in its original oval leather case — secured with a leather strap and fitted within a wooden frame accented with polished brass nailheads. Opening the case reveals four brushes in impeccable arrangement: two with yellow-varnished backs and two smaller brushes with dark bristles — the complete toolkit of the well-appointed Victorian gentleman.
Despite its considerable age, the set retains a graceful patina — the warm glow of leather and wood that only deepens with time and quality materials. Whether displayed open on a library desk, in a gentleman's dressing room, or incorporated into a curated tableau of antique English accessories, this shoe care set carries the quiet confidence of its era. A handsome and highly functional relic for the collector of Victorian decorative objects.
England, Victorian Period, 19th century. Dimensions: Small Brush 2.25"W × 2"H × 3.75"D; Pair of Brushes 2.5"D × 1.75"H × 4.75"W; Case 5.25"W × 2.8"H × 3.25"H.
This item is an authentic antique. Due to its age and historical use, signs of wear, surface variation, repairs, and imperfections are to be expected. These characteristics are inherent to antique pieces and contribute to their unique character and authenticity.Upholstery may show wear, subtle fading, texture variation, or irregularities consistent with age and use.Please review all photographs carefully for condition details and contact us prior to purchase with any questions.
Place of Origin: England
Period: Victorian Period, 19th Century
Dimensions: Small Brush: 2.25"W x 2"H x 3.75"D. Pair of Brushes: 2.5"D x 1.75"H x 4.75"W. Box measures: 5.25"W x 2.8"H x 3.25"H
Inventory Number: VAB92
Location: JAA
Price: $ 295