Pocketbook - Norma Lockwood 1930s Fashion Phone Case

$48USD
  • Luxe art armor for your 2nd brain
  • Precise fit for your iPhone/Samsung
  • Artwork won't fade, crack or peel
  • Certified non-toxic tough case

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About This Artwork

This phone case is a portal—an artifact reborn, where the spirit of 1930s fashion collides with timeless craftsmanship. Inspired by Norma Lockwood’s Depression-era aesthetics, its richly woven textile patterns evoke the resilience and artistry of the past. 

The pocketbook design, adorned with intricate geometric motifs, mirrors the beadwork traditions of Indigenous artisans, blending heritage with couture. A crimson flap, weathered yet bold, whispers of well-traveled hands, of letters tucked away, of secrets folded into fabric. Where every stitch becomes a mark of Depression-era resourcefulness. Every thread a tale of artistry against adversity. This isn’t just a vintage fashion phone case; it’s a relic of old-world elegance, infused with the textures of nomadic journeys and storied pasts.

Whether you seek a bohemian aesthetic phone cover or a historically inspired accessory, this case transforms your device into a canvas of cultural fusion. And when the day fades, when the light shifts, what remains? A threadbare memory, a ghost of a pocket once filled, the quiet hum of history—waiting to be held again.

Origin Story

This artist was a contributor to the Index of American Design. A program of the Federal Art Project that produced a detailed pictorial survey of the crafts and decorative arts in the United States.

Between 1935 and 1942, around 400 artists contributed to the creation of 18,257 watercolor drawings, which are now housed at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The collection aimed to document American decorative and folk arts, capturing cultural heritage more as archival record than personal artistic expression.

The Index's objective was to establish a contextual foundation for American art and design by documenting crafts and objects created between the colonial era and the late 19th century. Among the outcomes of this vast endeavor was Clarence Hornung's "Treasury of American Design," and it also served as an employment program, providing jobs for about a thousand individuals across 34 states.

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Produced on Demand

Produced after you purchase at print labs across the US, UK, EU & AUS. Significantly minimising landfill waste by only making things people actually want.

Production Time

Produced, quality checked, packed with care and handed to trusted shipping carriers within 72-96 hours on average.

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Cost

Free shipping to Continental United States, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, New Zealand & more: see full list here.

Production + Delivery =

US: 4-9 days • Canada: 5-12 days • UK: 4-9 days • EU: 5-10 days • AUS: 4-9 days • NZ: 5-12 days • Rest of the world: 3-4 weeks

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Sent carbon neutral at no extra charge.

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30 Day Returns

1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.

2. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request.

3. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.

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Dual-layer Tough Case

For a life lived fast in pursuit of beauty

Every iPhone/Samsung case you find here is a fortress disguised as art. Built for battle and designed for resilience. With an extremely strong but lightweight outer shell and black silicone inner that grips your phone tight for extra shock absorption.

Model specific iPhone/Samsung cases offer a precise, sculpted fit tailored to your device. Easy access to buttons and clear, open ports for connectivity. Plus a raised rim guard for your screen/camera.

All the treasure you find on my store can be printed at labs across the USA, UK, EU & AUS. An international network that ensures your new treasure gets produced as close to you as possible.

Matte vs Gloss

Chic and shatterproof

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

Wraparound magic
High-quality colour print which is fully 3D wrapped around the entire body of the case; covering all corners, sides and edges equally
Art sealed in
Vivid, permanent, full-coverage print infused into the outer layer with a sublimation dye process. Meaning your art won't fade, crack or peel.

Art armor

Wireless charging compatible

Outer layer made from specialist impact-resistant plastic (polycarbonate) which is extremely strong and lightweight. Black silicone inner layer (polyurethane) gives additional shock absorption.

Elegant precision
Carefully constructed with moulds that precisely match the dimensions of the device to ensure the best possible fit.
Certified non-toxic
REACH, RoHS and TÜV Rheinland certified. So your new treasure contains no harmful chemicals or hazardous substances.

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