Ornamental shell picture
Shell Picture
1740-1770 (made)
1740-1770 (made)
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Ornamental shell picture consisting of a canopy supported on columns, beneath which is a vase of flowers resting on a table with curved legs. On either side is a border of shells with two Chinese figures at the base. The whole is enclosed in a gilt carved frame with scrollwork.
Object details
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| Title | Ornamental shell picture (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Shells and wood |
| Brief description | Ornamental shell picture consisting of a canopy supported on columns, and a vase of flowers on a table. English, 1740-70, in carved and gilded frame. |
| Physical description | Ornamental shell picture consisting of a canopy supported on columns, beneath which is a vase of flowers resting on a table with curved legs. On either side is a border of shells with two Chinese figures at the base. The whole is enclosed in a gilt carved frame with scrollwork. |
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| Credit line | Given by H. M. Queen Mary of Teck |
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| Accession number | W.24-1925 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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