Carved mother-of-pearl shell, Canton, 19th century - Lot 11

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Carved mother-of-pearl shell, Canton, 19th century - Lot 11
Carved mother-of-pearl shell, Canton, 19th century Large mother-of-pearl shell carved in bas-relief with a highly detailed Chinese design depicting architecture, pavilions, figures, trees, and lively scenes set in a landscape, all framed by plant motifs. The reverse side retains the shell’s natural pearlescent surface with a few finely engraved floral motifs. 19th-century Chinese work from Canton. Details: Period: 19th century, Origin: China, Canton, Material: mother-of-pearl, Dimensions: 27.5 × 24.5 cm, Condition: one crack in the shell; wear and minor imperfections consistent with its age.
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