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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Shellwork Table

$1,600
£1,202.78
€1,394.40
CA$2,233.85
A$2,502.03
CHF 1,301.89
MX$30,386.97
NOK 16,504.64
SEK 15,573.36
DKK 10,404.21
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About the Item

A wonderful folk art rectangular shellwork table featuring a top with foliate polychrome sand design around shells under glass, with the entire surface of the sides and legs covered with small seashells set in sand, and the underside painted green. Probably French in origin, dating to the early 20th century in very good overall condition, with a few broken surface shells, some loose sand under the glass top, and other minor imperfections and wear commensurate with age and use. Dimensions: 12.5 in H x 30 in W x 24 in D.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Shell,Wood,Appliqué,Glazed,Painted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Very good overall condition, with a few broken surface shells, some loose sand under the glass top, and other minor imperfections and wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milford, NH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 89111stDibs: LU933929631492

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