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Pair of Georgian Style Scallop Shell Wall Carvings

$2,565.24
£1,875
€2,205.98
CA$3,522.97
A$3,942.90
CHF 2,058.81
MX$48,103.59
NOK 26,133.87
SEK 24,799.43
DKK 16,473.19
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About the Item

A stunning pair of Georgian style carved limewood scallop shells with foliage scrolls. Dating from circa 1870, these wooden shells each have hooks to the reverse for hanging, making beautiful pieces of architectural wall décor. You can just imagine them styled either side of a chimney breast or together above a console, their near matching design bringing classical symmetry and grandeur to any interior setting. Provenance: Ossowski, Pimlico Road, London Additional Information Dimensions stated are for each. Weight stated is for both.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. Stripped finish. Small losses. Small traces of historic insect activity (inactive). One is missing the end of its left scroll. Both have hooks for hanging.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9358511stDibs: LU2096342168422

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