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A Pair of Arts and Crafts movement Shell Case Art Vases ( Circa 1900 )
A very impressive example of a pair of Arts and Crafts movement shell case Art Vases.
Flourishing between the late Victorian period, (1880-1920) The movement embodied a return to skillfully HAND CRAFTED pieces of useful & or Decorative wares. Very often of the highest standard Art & Crafts Designs were very much influenced by earlier medieval, Romantic & Folk Art crafts styles.
Of a tall Elegant, Gently tapering form with rolled lip & standing on a generous flared foot. The Beech Wood handles are held in place by sturdy- Double supports with striking HAND RIVITED, HEART SHAPED terminals.
Fabulous Example !
Height = 29.5 cm
Width top = 7 cm
Width Base = 13 cm