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

Man Wearing Laurels - John Singer Sargent 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

Wrap your iPhone in a cloak of subversive desire with this Sargent-inspired gay art case. His Man Wearing Laurels emerges from chiaroscuro shadows, challenging Victorian taboos with every pixel.

Sargent's brushwork breathes life into the subject's sun-kissed flesh, his gaze a silent siren song of forbidden longing. The laurel crown whispers of Grecian desires, a coded message from a time when queer expression dared not speak its name openly.

This isn't just device protection – it's a pocket-sized rebellion. Your phone becomes a canvas for Sargent's audacious celebration of male beauty, defying Gilded Age norms with each glance.

Elevate your tech game while nodding to queer art history. This case transforms mundane moments into opportunities for cultural discourse. Let your fingers trace the contours of a portrait that dared to redefine masculinity, sparking conversations about art, identity, and the power of visual storytelling.

Embrace the legacy of an artist who wielded his brush like a weapon against societal constraints, now immortalized on your most personal device.

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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

John Singer Sargent (1856–1925) was a visionary portraitist, watercolorist, and master of light, whose unparalleled skill in realist portraiture, figure painting, and impressionistic landscapes defined the Gilded Age.

Renowned for his psychologically charged portraits, Sargent captured aristocrats, intellectuals, and society figures with an effortless fusion of elegance, dynamism, and emotional depth, bringing subjects to life with bold brushwork and luminous skin tones. His controversial male nudes, sculpted with chiaroscuro precision and fluid sensuality, reveal an intimate study of the human form, suggesting deeper personal themes beneath their classical refinement.

Beyond portraiture, Sargent was a prolific watercolorist, painting Venetian canals, Moroccan markets, Alpine landscapes, and sun-drenched Mediterranean gardens with an unmatched immediacy. His plein air watercolors, characterized by loose, expressive strokes and radiant color harmonies, captured fleeting moments of light and movement with breathtaking spontaneity.

Whether in grand society portraits, atmospheric cityscapes, or evocative figure studies, Sargent’s work is a masterclass in technical brilliance, impressionistic energy, and nuanced storytelling, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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.

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