Shagreen and Parchment are leathers that were popularized during the Art Deco and French Moderne era for furniture application. Parchment is an ancient material, one of the earliest ways to preserve hides and it creates luminous, luxurious surfaces. Shagreen has been used historically in high end luxury objects.

Sublime materials

Our studio specializes in the traditional art of parchment and shagreen furniture, creating modern masterpieces from these ancient materials. The luxurious surfaces that we create bring warmth and life to any interior.

Genuine Shagreen Finishes

  • Black

  • Dark Gray

  • Medium Gray

  • Light Gray

  • Blue Gray

  • Dark Blue

  • Midnight Blue

  • Antiqued Gold Leaf

  • White Gold

  • Custom Ivory

  • Ivory

  • Green Gray

  • Light Blue Gray

Parchment Finishes

  • Calf, Light Natural

  • Anticata

  • Invellhiaia

  • Dark Natural

  • Gray

  • Fawn Grey

  • Blue Gray

  • Mottled Blue

  • Idra

  • Cassiopea

  • Orione

  • Nebula

  • Teal Grey

  • Blue Dyed Ombre

  • Warm Dyed Ombre

  • Neutral Dyed Ombre

  • Vega

  • Brown

  • Oxblood

  • Rust

The fine details and textures.

Our skilled designers are determined to get the highest quality material for each piece. We focus on every detail of the material, ensuring every decision is thoughtfully made, meeting the highest of quality expectations, paying attention to every detail, ensuring that we have chosen the perfect match for your astonishing piece.

Featured Products

  • Cubist Nightstand in Silver Birdseye Maple

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  • Gazelle Desk in Macassar Ebony and Shagreen

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  • Ellipse Cocktail Table in Parchment and Bronze

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FAQs

  • Parchment has been made for centuries, and is usually calf, goat, or sheep skin.

  • Shagreen is traditionally the tanned and processed skin of sting ray or shark. However modern shagreen is more sustainable and is sourced from Skate also known as whip ray which is a by product of the sushi and fish market.

  • While parchment often has multiple coats of clear or tinted finish built over it, we still recommend avoiding contact with moisture and treating the surface as you would any fine wood surface. Shagreen is porous and so care should be taken to avoid spills or liquids that might stain any kind of leather.

  • Various products can be made with parchment and/or shagreen. A few of our best sellers are our Cubist, Gazelle and Ellipse Series. If you would like a quote for a custom piece, submit a quote request specifying your material choice.

Speak with a design consultant

It all begins with an idea. At Newell Design Studio we are determined to create the perfect design that works for your project. Contact us to schedule a meeting with someone from our studio design team to begin the process.