A shellwork valentine, early 19th century | Christie's

Sale 8563

Oak, Country Furniture, Folk Art and Works of Art

London, South Kensington

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3 November 1999

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Lot 1036

A shellwork valentine, early 19th century

Price realised

GBP 3,680

Estimate

GBP 1,200 - GBP 1,800

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A shellwork valentine, early 19th century
the octagonal double sided folding mahogany frame with panels inset with various shells centred by heart and star-shaped motifs, each panel -- 14in. (46.8cm.) wide
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