Reduced-British Colonial Sea Shell Oval Sailors Valentines

Description

Antique British Colonial Sailors Valentines folk art made of antique sea shells, framing an antique dramatic maritime scene of a sail caught in a storm, trying to rescue a girl on a rock . Decorated with sea shells and sea weed grass inside a convex glass.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Shell

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

13 x 10 x 3 in

Reduced-British Colonial Sea Shell Oval Sailors Valentines

Lot 0640

Estimate $1,100-$2,030

Nov 1, 2026, 6:39 PM EST

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