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Nautilus shell, Western Europe, second half of the 19th century
Height x width x depth: 20 x 19 x 9 cm. Weight: 520 g
mounted on a circular moulded metal base, into which the shell is inserted and set. The opening area is adorned with rich metal decoration featuring scroll motifs and geometric elements, embellished with coloured glass paste inlays. On the opposite side, a shaped scroll element serves as a handle, giving the whole piece the appearance of a small container or ornamental cup. Both the base and the decorative mountings show traces of green paint.
Provenance:
Count Luigi Rigi Luperti collection.
Count Luigi Rigi Luperti collection.
Live auction 369
SILVER ANTIQUES, IVORIES, WUNDERKAMMER - Including selected Works of Art from the Count Luigi Rigi Luperti Collection
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