A Double Shellwork Sailor's Valentine

19th century, presented in a hinged octagonal frame, comprised of various multi-colored shells arranged in a pleasing pattern of water lilies or fans, one side centered with an anchor and the opposite side is centered with a heart, presented under the likely original glass.

14 x 14 in. (each panel)

Several loose shells; lacking key; case slightly warped and does not close tightly.

$1,000 - 3,000