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Large Carved Stone Clam Shell Sculpture

About the Item

This large 20th century stone clam shell sculpture is a simply spectacular object. Circa 1920, it is by the Dudley, UK artist, John Vernon, and was possibly a commissioned piece for a city park. It depicts the distinct form of an ocean clam shell, possibly a gapers clam indicated by its wide proportions and curved horizontal scallops, deeply carved into grey blue sandstone. Thanks to its scale, this large stone sculpture will become a focal point of any outdoor space! It could sit above the ground or be set into the ground. We are also selling a huge stone trilobite sculpture by the same artist; please enquire for details.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 46.07 in (117 cm)Depth: 29.93 in (76 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Small chips and scuffs. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9333141stDibs: LU2096335077342
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