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Large Art Nouveau Hand Carved Tortoise Shell Pendant, circa 1890, Paris

$575
£435.51
€500.17
CA$805.76
A$876.03
CHF 464.47
MX$10,501.34
NOK 5,903.18
SEK 5,408.12
DKK 3,738.12

About the Item

Large Art Nouveau hand-carved orchid tortoiseshell pendant - the detail is exquisite. Tiny pins down the center of the pendant stabilize the piece. circa 1890, Paris Measurements: Top to bottom 3" Top side to side 2 1/4 The sides are 3".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    There is a small "twig" broken off at the bottom of the orchid, however it does NOT detract from the stunning beauty of this unusual piece of carved art.
  • Seller Location:
    Van Nuys, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20n01331.JM1stDibs: LU947439665252

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