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Early 19th C George III Folk Art Shell Work China Man Sailor Maritime Naval

$3,953.49

£2,895

€3,404.81

CA$5,424.35

A$6,060.80

CHF 3,170.47

MX$74,324.89

NOK 40,512.62

SEK 38,416.70

DKK 25,411.94

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A wonderfully detailed and intricately decorated early 19th century shell work figure. Depicting a traditionally dressed Chinese gent, with his wispy beard, hat and holding his basket of his wears. In fantastic condition and largely intact, with the odd missing shell, two panel sections of Abalone/Mother of pear missing from the plinth but overall its perfection considering its age and construction. A truly rare piece of folk art, 23.5cm in height, 7cm in width, 6.5cm in depth

Dimensions:
Height: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Width: 2.76 in (7 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
Style:
George III (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Natural Fiber
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1800
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Lowestoft, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4612137551972

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