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A large English early 20th century folk art shellwork box, circa 1930

About the Item

This highly decorative box dates to the early 20th century and it is a rare folk art piece based around a Victorian pine box and later decorated with a bold well arranged collection of English shells which has been glued onto its four sides in graduated matching boarders with an interesting collective display of individual ones on the top. This most interesting and eye catching box is in good condition. The shells show some age related patination. The pine box is raised onto plain square block feet. It is fitted with the original good strong brass hinges and a working Victorian brass lock and key. This decorative box would sit nicely in a bathroom/restroom and could be used to store hand soap etc. English, circa 1930 Height 20cm x width 44cm x depth 24cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Style:
    Early Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434237638212

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