Pair of Georgian Style Scallop Shell Wall Carvings

GBP 1,875.00

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Object Description

A stunning pair of Georgian style carved limewood scallop shells with foliage scrolls. Dating from circa 1870, these wooden shells each have hooks to the reverse for hanging, making beautiful pieces of architectural wall décor.

You can just imagine them styled either side of a chimney breast or together above a console, their near matching design bringing classical symmetry and grandeur to any interior setting.

Provenance: Ossowski, Pimlico Road, London

Additional Information

Dimensions stated are for each.

Weight stated is for both.

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Stripped finish. Small losses. Small traces of historic insect activity (inactive). One is missing the end of its left scroll. Both have hooks for hanging.

Object Details

Dealer Opening Times

We are open weekly as follows:

Monday
8.00 - 16.00
Tuesday
8.00 - 16.00
Wednesday
8.00 - 16.00
Thursday
8.00 - 16.00
Friday
8.00 - 16:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Dealer Contact

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+44(0) 1981 541 155
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uk-heritage.co.uk
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Dealer Location

FROM THE M50 / ROSS-ON-WYE

At the end of the M50, take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50). Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles and take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, signed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

FROM A49 HEREFORD

Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow, there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 signed Wormelow / Monmouth. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

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