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A Regency Penwork Casket Decorated With Depictions Of Seashells

Offered by: Carlton Hobbs, LLC

Description
A Rare Regency Penwork Casket, Its Exterior Decorated With Depictions Of Seashells And Containing The Original Conchology Collection Of Eliza Marriott, On A Later Stand

The rectangular casket with rising lid opens to reveal a compartmented interior with original pink paper lining and Etruscan style black and white painted border trim. Some of the shells with original finely written labels attached. A single drawer below the upper section similarly compartmented and filled with shells. The exterior of the casket decorated on all sides with depictions of shells.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Of ochre colored penwork on a black painted ground.
Creation Date:	Dated 1820.
Styles / Movements:	Regency, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	11554
Incollect Reference #:	363653

Dimensions

W.	18.5 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	14 in;
W.	46.99 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	35.56 cm;

Message from Seller:

Carlton Hobbs specializes in the acquisition, conservation, and research of 17th, 18th and 19th century British and Continental furniture and works of art, with a focus on pieces of exceptional merit, including specially commissioned items with royal or aristocratic provenance and pieces designed by architects.