★★★★★ "Beautiful and fits perfectly." — Linda ★★★★★ "Turned up quickly & carefully wrapped." — Peter ★★★★★ "So easy to put on. Looks and feels wonderful." — Máire
Regular priceFrom $45USD

Blackout - Vintage 19th Century Gay Fetishism iPhone Case


Made new
in 2-3 days
Produced in
USA, UK, EU and AUS
Unsure?
30 day returns
Bright beauty
Won't fade/peel
Non-toxic
Certified safe
Perfect fit
Device tailored
Description

A figure bound in silence, his body half-swallowed by shadow, half-sculpted by forbidden light—a hymn to the vanished archives of 19th-century gay fetishism. Crimson silk knotting itself across his eyes, a binding drawn from the private rituals of Victorian secret societies. Where desire existed only in whispers and coded glances. Stitched into handkerchiefs. Folded into the subtle gleam of polished boots. And his blindfold isn’t concealment; it’s a contract, binding him to the centuries of queer men forced to see only through touch, through taste, through the trembling edge of unspoken want.

Chiaroscuro curls against his skin, a deliberate echo of Caravaggio’s homoerotic undercurrents—but this isn’t Baroque theatricality alone. This is the sweat-slicked inheritance of 19th-century underground photo salons, where dandy aesthetics collided with brutal restraint, and where male beauty became a weapon sharpened by the very act of being seen. His torso, taut as a corseted waist, conjures the ghost of Greek revival idealism—except this body was made not for war, but for worship and for punishment alike.

The ivory sash slung low across his hips? It’s a relic of neoclassical fantasy reinterpreted through the lens of Edwardian BDSM erotica—tugged from waist to wrist like the binding ribbons worn in London’s molly houses. Silk, rope, skin, shadow: all materials in the forbidden craft of gay longing. This is no nostalgia; this is reclamation, a fetish object bearing history’s weight in every fold of fabric, every shiver of light.

Wrapped around your phone, it transforms the device itself into an artifact. To hold this case is to hold centuries of risk, artistry, and desire, distilled into silk, muscle, and silence.

About the Cases

Gloss finish for a lustrous statement.

Matte finish for timeless refinement.

Precise fit tailored to your device model.

Seamless access to all ports/buttons.

Wraparound art won't fade, crack or peel.

Raised rim keeps your screen/camera safe.

Snap on/off with ease — in time for your heartbeat’s call.

Non-toxic: REACH, RoHS, and TÜV Rheinland certified.

Bluetooth & MagSafe compatible. MagSafe ring not included.

About the Artist

🧚‍♂️ Hey, it's Toby here. I created this artwork with the help of AI. But this isn't just any old AI output...

Since 2023, I've generated over 8,500 AI artworks and less than 250 of them are available on my store. The finest selection from these grand experiments, because only the best will do.

And I never (ever) use living artists' names in my prompts. Always referencing artists out of copyright like Kay Nielsen, Botticelli, John Singer Sargent and others. Reimagining the past through a timeless lens that’s only possible because the future is now ✨

The Timeless Sale

The Timeless Sale — always in style

Buy any 2 for 10% off

2 x phone cases? 10% off.

Discount code: TIMELESSCASES

2 x art prints? 10% off.

Discount code: TIMELESSPRINTS

2 x framed canvases? Yep, 10% off.

Discount code: TIMELESSCANVAS

The fine print, without the fine print

Offer available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Must buy 2 of the same product type in a single purchase.

Can't be combined with other discounts.

No returns / exchanges for discounted treasure.

Delivery & Refunds

Cost

Free shipping to USA, CA, UK, EU, AUS & NZ

Rest of the world: Free shipping for orders over $100

Delivery Times

USA: 4-9 days • Canada: 5-12 days • UK: 4-9 days • Europe: 5-10 days • Australia: 4-9 days • New Zealand: 5-12 days • Rest of the world: 3-4 weeks

Why the Wait?

Delivery times include production, quality assurance & thoughtful packaging + shipping from A to B to You. More details on orders and shipping

Every package tracked so you can watch your treasure move from A to B to You.

Sent carbon neutral at no extra charge. For peace of mind your money's being kind.

Returns and Refunds

Returns and exchanges accepted within 30 days of delivery. More details on returns and refunds

★★★★★ "Great quality! Looks exactly as expected." — Marcia ★★★★★ "Dropped my phone badly — phone and case are intact!" — Fabi ★★★★★ "Communication throughout was stellar!" — Mary ★★★★★ "True-to-color printing." — Hannah

Matte vs Gloss

Gloss for a lustrous statement. Matte for timeless, velvety refinement. Printed with rich, vibrant colors & a touch of magic.

Art Sealed In

Vivid, permanent, full-coverage print infused with a sublimation dye process. For a finish that feels as seamless as it looks.

All Gems, No Junk

REACH, RoHS and TÜV Rheinland certified. Meaning your new treasure contains no harmful chemicals or hazardous substances.

Happy Customers
"Beautiful and fits my phone perfectly. Came quickly and excellent communication. Highly recommend!"
— Linda / Holland Park iPhone Case
"Toby contacted me right away to confirm my order. The phone case is sturdy and attractive with nice, true-to-color printing. Very pleased!"
— Hannah / Willow Bough iPhone Case
"I have been looking and could only find other Van Gogh prints or cheap versions of the roses. This one is high quality & the color's perfect!"
— Katie / White Roses iPhone Case
"Very impressed with the quality and finish. The order turned up quickly as well as carefully wrapped."
— Peter / Lysander iPhone Case
"Great quality product! Looks exactly as expected. Would purchase again."
— Marcia / Oberkampf & Cie iPhone Case
"Took me forever to find a case that I loved. This is gorgeous, vibrant and unique. Also very sturdy / secure."
— David / Tughra of Suleiman iPhone Case
"Snug & stylish. Subtle & distinctive. Easy to find in a sea of devices. I’m often asked where I acquired such a fancy case!"
— Alex / Divine Order iPhone Case
"So easy to put on. Looks and feels wonderful; smooth and strong."
— Máire / Blackthorn, Hawthorn iPhone Case
"Love the cover. Such a happy photo. I’ve dropped the phone a few times, but the case has kept it from harm."
— Linda / Lemon Lime iPhone Case
"So unique and distinctive. I've left it in places a few times, and people always know it's my phone and get it back to me."
— Jules / Showstopper iPhone Case