{"title":"Scottish Tartanware Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"little-book","title":"Victorian Scottish Tartanware Aide Memoire Pocket Notebook c. 1860–1880","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4\" H x 2.75\" W\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eThis authentic Victorian Scottish tartanware aide-mémoire dates to the mid to late 19th century and would have been used as a personal pocket notebook for recording notes, addresses, and observations while traveling. Pieces like this were popular souvenirs purchased in Scotland during the height of tartan’s popularity following Queen Victoria’s embrace of Highland culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"3057\"\u003eThe exterior features a classic tartan pattern with a neoclassical figure to the cover, reflecting Victorian ideals of learning and memory. Inside, the original red silk-lined compartments and paper pages remain, offering a beautiful glimpse into how these objects were constructed and used. The survival of the silk interior and paper elements is especially notable given their fragility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003eThis piece carries the quiet romance of daily Victorian life. It is an intimate, personal object rather than a purely decorative one, making it especially appealing to collectors of Scottish antiques, tartanware, and objects tied to travel and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003eA wonderful addition to a tartanware collection, desk vignette, or cabinet of curiosities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3897\"\u003eThis is an antique Victorian piece and shows wear consistent with age and use. The velvet binding is worn. The interior silk lining shows staining, tears, and losses. The original pencil is missing. The souvenir booklet is loose and not secured to the binding, which is commonly seen on examples of this type. There are surface scratches and marks to the exterior. All wear is consistent with a 19th-century personal object and contributes to its authentic character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50881628602646,"sku":"AMD-03377","price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/F2576885-8D3E-4535-8238-751A279089A7_1_102_o.jpg?v=1766779335"},{"product_id":"little-box","title":"Antique Victorian Scottish Tartanware Box, Painted Red and Black Tartan, c. 1860–1890","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"2953\" data-start=\"2576\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.5\" H x 2\" W x 1.25\" D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2953\" data-start=\"2576\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Red Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2953\" data-start=\"2576\"\u003eThis antique Scottish tartanware box dates to the mid to late Victorian period and features a painted red and black tartan pattern finished under a glossy varnish. Crafted from wood and decorated by hand, this piece reflects the height of Scotland’s tartanware tradition, when travel, tourism, and romantic nationalism brought Highland design to an international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3248\" data-start=\"2955\"\u003eBoxes of this size were commonly used for small personal items such as rings, pins, or keepsakes, making them both decorative and practical. The lift-off lid and unlined interior are consistent with period examples, while the rich coloration and surface wear speak to its age and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCorners and lid display minor wear, and the interior shows natural age-related patina and darkening. The lid fits securely, and no cracks or structural issues were observed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50881641120022,"sku":"AMD-03376","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/4630CCB3-C724-40DB-9869-438F801010E0_1_201_a.jpg?v=1766788377"},{"product_id":"even-littler-box","title":"Victorian Scottish Tartanware Sliding Stamp Box, c. 1860–1890","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" H x 1.5\" W x .5\" D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eThis Victorian Scottish tartanware sliding box dates to the late 19th century and was originally made to hold loose postage stamps for desk or pocket use. Crafted from lightweight wood and wrapped in traditional tartan-patterned paper beneath a clear varnish, it reflects the height of Scotland’s tartan revival and the era’s enthusiasm for practical yet decorative desk accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eThe box features a pull-out wooden drawer with a thumb notch, allowing easy access while maintaining a compact, elegant form. A blank cartouche on the front was intended for a monogram or retailer label, though many examples were left unmarked, as seen here. The rich green and red tartan palette remains visually striking and pairs beautifully with writing desks, silver accessories, or curated shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eTartanware pieces like this were popular souvenirs during the Victorian period, inspired by Queen Victoria’s love of Scotland and the romanticization of Highland culture. Today, they are collected for both their historical charm and their versatility in styling, fitting seamlessly into heritage, English country house, or Ralph Lauren–inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis piece is in good antique condition consistent with age and use. The exterior shows surface wear, small scratches, and light rubbing to the varnished tartan finish. There is visible craquelure to the varnish, typical of Victorian tartanware and indicative of age. The wooden drawer slides smoothly and shows expected wear to the interior. No chips or structural damage observed. The cartouche on the front remains blank. Please review all images closely, as they form part of the condition description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50881652916502,"sku":"AMD-03375","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/A07E254C-D56A-46AA-AB21-2A40FB6BBBF4.jpg?v=1766788483"},{"product_id":"tiny-book","title":"Victorian Scottish Tartanware Needle Case “Caledonia”, c. 1860–1880","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"3485\" data-start=\"3148\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.25\" H x 1.5\" W x .5\" D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3485\" data-start=\"3148\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eScottish, circa 1860–1880\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3485\" data-start=\"3148\"\u003eA charming Victorian Scottish tartanware needle case dating to the mid to late 19th century, featuring a richly colored Caledonia tartan exterior and a silk-lined interior. These small sewing companions were popular souvenirs during the height of Scotland’s Victorian tourism boom, blending practicality with romantic Highland symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3833\" data-start=\"3487\"\u003eThe hinged case opens to reveal its original felt needle pad, designed to securely hold sewing needles and pins. The interior is lined in purple silk, a detail often found in higher-quality tartanware pieces of the period. Compact and book-like in form, this piece would have been kept in a sewing basket, reticule, or on a lady’s dressing table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4111\" data-start=\"3835\"\u003eToday, Victorian tartanware needle cases are sought after for their decorative appeal, historical context, and versatility. This example makes a wonderful addition to a tartanware collection, a sewing or textile display, or as a small accent piece styled atop a desk or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis piece shows age-related wear consistent with its Victorian origin. The lacquered tartan exterior displays surface wear, light scuffing, and small areas of finish loss, particularly along the edges and corners. The interior purple silk lining exhibits discoloration, staining, and wear from use. The original felt needle pad is present and shows age toning and surface wear. The hinge functions properly, and the case remains structurally sound, opening and closing as intended. Overall, the piece presents well and retains strong character and authenticity consistent with 19th-century tartanware.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50881663369494,"sku":"AMD-03374","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/E647AA52-1018-4B24-8375-EA95162A8186_1_201_a.jpg?v=1766788906"},{"product_id":"score-piece","title":"Victorian Scottish Tartanware Bezique Score Counter with Original Pegs, c. 1870–1900","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"347\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3\" H x 2\" W x .5\" D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"347\"\u003eThis charming Victorian tartanware piece is a traditional Bezique score counter, made to track points during play of the popular 19th-century parlor card game. Bezique was widely enjoyed throughout Britain in the late Victorian era, particularly as a refined two-player game played in drawing rooms and private clubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1014\" data-start=\"670\"\u003eThe score counter features a classic tartan-patterned surface with gilt numbering, allowing scores to be recorded in tens and hundreds using two original pegs. One peg is red and the other cream, each corresponding to a player. Scores are tracked by moving the pegs along the numbered holes, an elegant and tactile alternative to pen and paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1381\" data-start=\"1016\"\u003eConstructed with a solid wood core and finished with an ebonized edge, the piece includes a brass swivel latch at the top that secures the peg wells when not in use. The tartan decoration reflects the Victorian fascination with Scottish identity and Highland romanticism, a design trend that extended into decorative objects, games, and souvenirs during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1383\"\u003eBoth original pegs are present, a detail that significantly enhances the collectibility of this piece. Today, it serves beautifully as a decorative object for a desk, library shelf, or games vignette, while still retaining its original functionality and historical charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe surface shows expected wear to the tartan finish, including light rubbing and areas of varnish loss. The edges display minor scuffing and wear. The brass latch has developed a warm, natural patina. Both original pegs are present and intact, showing age-appropriate wear\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50881671201046,"sku":"AMD-03373","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/0C4FFB1E-9C69-466D-A81E-3F113F82E1A2_1_201_a.jpg?v=1766788929"},{"product_id":"victorian-scottish-tartanware-needle-case-with-needles-mcpherson-tartan-c-1870-1900","title":"Victorian Scottish Tartanware Needle Case with Needles, McPherson Tartan, c. 1870–1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.5\" H x .5\" d\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3510\"\u003eA charming Victorian Scottish tartanware needle case in the McPherson clan tartan, crafted as both a practical sewing tool and a travel souvenir during the golden age of Highland tourism. This petite cylindrical case features a fitted cap and a sliding wooden inner holder designed to store hand sewing needles safely inside, perfect for a workbasket, chatelaine-style sewing kit, or a collector’s cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3905\"\u003eTartanware became wildly popular in late 19th-century Scotland, when visitors wanted small, useful mementos that felt unmistakably Scottish. The “McPherson” name adds a wonderful layer of identity and collectibility, making this more personal than an unmarked plaid piece. Styled on a desk, tucked into a sewing vignette, or gifted to a needlework lover, it’s a small antique with a big story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3907\" data-end=\"4024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3907\" data-end=\"3920\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e needle case and several antique needles (as shown).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The tartan finish shows light surface scuffs and handling marks consistent with use and age, with minor rubbing to the lacquer in areas. The cap seats as intended and the inner wooden needle holder slides in and out. The included needles show age and light oxidation. “McPherson” lettering is present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50882149318934,"sku":"AMD-03371","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/DA344164-15C1-4E25-887E-A1F5532F99DF_1_201_a.jpg?v=1766789781"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/collections\/B9C9FACC-2DC9-4F07-BA54-88E51F14EB80_1_201_a_1a0300ba-3a0b-4f28-943e-b01bfe8bf706.jpg?v=1766943101","url":"https:\/\/austyn-marie-design.myshopify.com\/collections\/scottish-tartanware-collection.oembed","provider":"Austyn Marie Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}