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Sea Shell Decorated Photo Frame from Tanzania East Africa 1950's

Offered by: LCT Home Ltd

Description
An absolutely stunning East African photo frame dating to the 1950's, it was made in Tanzania as a tourist item using hundreds of shells (many exclusively found in Tanzania) to create a stunning decorative display, to one end a huge palm tree, to the other end there are four heart shaped spaces for photos, surrounded by intricately crafted flowers, stars and shapes all made up of various shells, some of which have been hand painted to accentuate the decoration.

It is highly likely that some of these shells have been lost and replaced over the years, and a few of the larger shells to the bottom of the frame have small chips and holes, but these in no way detract from the beauty of this incredible piece of hand crafted bohemian art.

Width 110cm x Height 70cm x Depth 5cm

More Information

Origin:	Tanzania
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wooden Frame encrusted in Shells
Condition:	Good. Good Vintage Condition
Styles / Movements:	African, Bohemian, Traditional
Patterns:	Beach/Nautical, Textured
Dealer Reference #:	sea shell frame
Incollect Reference #:	643282

Dimensions

W.	43.31 in;	H.	27.56 in;	D.	1.97 in;
W.	110 cm;	H.	70 cm;	D.	5 cm;

Shipping Information:

We ship worldwide, so please do get in touch for a bespoke quote for delivery to your location.

Message from Seller:

Based in East Sussex, England, LCT Home specializes in sourcing extraordinary European and British heritage antique furniture, designer lighting, and objet d'art from the 17th to 20th centuries, offering rare pieces to top interior designers and clients worldwide. With a passion for exceptional craftsmanship, LCT Home delivers luxurious statement pieces that exude glamour and timeless style, shipping globally. Contact: 07747 791640 | enquiries@lcthome.com |

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