2245

$2,420.00

SAILOR’S DOUBLE SHELL VALENTINE.

Late 19th century, Barbados, Caribbean. The hinged octagonal case opens to two shell works. The left with central rondel of seed shells with the message “A PRESENT FROM BARBADOS” within a pink shell border, further bordered by conjoined shell triangles of various color and type. The right side with central heart beneath a shell flower head within a border of geometric shapes of different color and shells alternating with four pink and white flower heads. SIZE: 9-1/4″ w x 18-1/4″ l (open). CONDITION: Case with repairs, otherwise old surface with dark color. The two tableaus of shellwork are intact and in good condition. 52213-14 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2245

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

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