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Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama of Dover with its Pier and Iconic Cliffs
$1,850
£1,372.77
€1,599.09
CA$2,575.21
A$2,867.73
CHF 1,492.50
MX$35,358.79
NOK 19,008.08
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DKK 11,931.20
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Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama,
Dover with Pier,
1900
A large Edwardian shellwork diorama with bevelled glass and in the form of an anchor. The diorama features an early tinted print of the town of Dover with its pier on the beach and the iconic white cliffs behind. Surrounding the image on the exterior is a display of sea shells while on the bottom of the interior are sea shells, seaweed and coral.
Dimensions: 10 2/3 inches high x 8 1/4 inches wide.
These shellwork dioramas were produced in the late Victorian/early Edwardian period as souvenirs of coastal towns and seaside locations, often bought by sailors to take home as presents for their sweethearts.
(Ref: NY10838-puix)
- Dimensions:Height: 10.66 in (27.08 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
- Style:Edwardian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Downingtown, PA
- Reference Number:Seller: NY10838-puix1stDibs: LU861045695792
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