11-05-201111-05-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2567BBoston
November 5, 2011 10:00 AMCalender
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Shellwork Sailor's Valentine

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$3,437$2,900
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2567BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 05, 2011 10:00AM

Description:

Shellwork Sailor's Valentine, Barbados, 19th century, hinged octagonal case, decorated with multicolored shell designs, one side with an ornate heart motif the other side with inscription "A PRESENT FROM BARBADOS," (five molding segments missing),9 x 9 in., (closed).
Estimate $250-350

Five molding segments holding the glass in place are missing, all shell segments are present and attached.

Keywords

Barbados