19th Century Tortoise Carapace on Adjustable Turned Stand
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
A very appealing pale 19th century tortoise carapace that is on a turned mahogany stand of the same period.
Tortoise Shell, Mahogany
Decorative Tortoise Carapace On Wrought Iron Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
A very sculptural resin tortoise (or turtle) carapace, which is the upper part of the shell, mounted on a tall black wrought iron stand.
Resin
Early 20th Century Indian Star Tortoise Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An Anglo Indian, early 20th C. Indian Star Tortoise carapace or shell, converted to a box. The lid inlaid, with ebony and mahogany, in a star form, the box interior, with a mahogany ...
Antique Indian Star Tortoise Box Inlaid with Mahogany and Ebony
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Indian star tortoise box crafted with an interesting technique, using the tortoise carapace or shell as the body of the box.
Large Vintage Tortoiseshell or Carapace
Located in Chireno, TX
Large vintage tortoiseshell or carapace, mounted on iron Stand with Lucite base.
Tortoise Shell, Lucite
Antique 19th Century Large Tortoiseshell or Carapace
Located in Kinderhook, NY
19th century tortoise / turtle shell or carapace of large size and beautiful coloration with reverse mount for wall hanging if desired.
Tortoise Shell
Giant Sea Turtle Carapace or Shell, 19th Century
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen; the top and edges likely having been stripped for veneer. Provenance available upon request.
Tortoise Shell
Tortoise Carapace
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extremely large tortoise carapace with an interesting formation.
Tortoise Shell
19th Century Taxidermy African Leopard Tortoise Shell Carapace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A taxidermy red-footed tortoiseshell (Chlenoidis Carbonarius), early 20th century (with certificate) With a light aged patina, the yellow spots bright. Measures: L approxima...
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