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Large 19th Century Indonesian Clam Shell

$3,283.91
£2,395
€2,793.24
CA$4,496.80
A$4,999.83
CHF 2,610.64
MX$60,860.11
NOK 33,310.57
SEK 31,210.42
DKK 20,846.45
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About the Item

Large 19th Century clam shell, ‘Tridacna Gigas’ from a private collection. With lovely patination, layering and fossilising. This is a fantastic large example and a wonderful decorative object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Shell
  • Place of Origin:
    Indonesia
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th C
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Tetbury, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DA81438421stDibs: LU9207246048372

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