Pair of 19thc Shell Work Picture Frames

A pretty pair of shell work wall hanging picture frames, which were sold as souvenir ware in the late 19/early 20th century.

The frames were made of preformed cardboard, to which the shells and velvet were laid.  Of typical form and very pretty. 

British Folk Art School late 19th/early 20thc.

Size overall:    7.5"  x  10”   (19cm x 26cm) 

£250

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