Shagreen, the richly textured hide of a shark, stingray, or dogfish, has symbolized the pinnacle of sophistication and luxury for many centuries. … We curated the best shagreen pieces, real and faux, that will add a Deco touch to contemporary interiors, from a Ron Seff dining table to a William Yeoward photo frame.

What is shagreen furniture?

Shagreen (also spelled chagreen or shagrin) is a rich texture used in furniture and decor that comes from natural hide – most often from dogfish, shark or stingray. However, it is not uncommon to see faux shagreen – a synthetic material made to look and feel like the real thing.

What kind of material is shagreen?

Shagreen is a type of rawhide consisting of rough untanned skin, historically from a horse’s or onager’s back, or from shark or ray.