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Large Lidded Chest with Shell Decoration, 20th Century

$5,691.10
£4,247.23
€4,800
CA$7,945.90
A$8,666.38
CHF 4,556.43
MX$104,834.64
NOK 56,858.55
SEK 53,725.92
DKK 36,552.31

About the Item

Striking treasure chest adorned with applied seashells and prominent starfishes on the lid and side panels. Decorative iron fittings emphasize the chest’s nautical character. It rests on compressed ball feet, combining imaginative design with solid craftsmanship.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 46.46 in (118 cm)Depth: 25.6 in (65 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Greding, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 061-00901stDibs: LU1014246270782

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