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Exceptional Pair of Sailor's Valentines

Period

19th Century

Dimensions

W.	19 in;	H.	15 in;
W.	48.26 cm;	H.	38.1 cm;

Creation Date

late 19th century

Number of Pieces

2-3

Description

“LOVE AS DEEP AS THE OCEAN” AND “HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS” SAILOR’S VALENTINES
Probably American, late 19th early 20th century.
Shells arranged in shadow boxes with gilt frames
Condition: Excellent, minor imperfections to frames.
These mosaics were created with shells in geometric patterns and glued to the backboards of the case while being protected by glass and framed with period gilt frames. They represented tokens of love and were given by sailors to their loved ones after returning from sojourns at sea.

Styles / Movements

Folk Art, Traditional

Dealer Reference Number

DA-RO 264

Incollect Reference Number

240307