Mother-of-Pearl Shell Caviar Dish Antique

Mother-of-Pearl Shell Caviar Dish AntiqueItem: Mother of Pearl Shell Caviar Dish Additional Description Delightful miniature table accessory featuring a polished mother of pearl shell mounted within an ornate filigree metal stand. The iridescent shell displays beautiful natural nacre with soft rainbow coloration, while the delicate openwork metal mount is elevated on scrolling feet and accented by decorative fan or butterfly shaped handles at either end. Pieces of this type were commonly

under which books were officially authorized for printing and sale

volumes 1-6 and atlas

The figural mask motif—sometimes associated with the “Green Man”—has roots in medieval and Renaissance ornamentation

likely added in the late 19th or early 20th century

while stars often symbolized guidance

or other molded materials for interiors seeking an aristocratic

hazy mountains fade into a soft atmospheric sky

emphasizing craftsmanship and elegance

documented private Anglo-indian collections and reputable auction houses

Art Nouveau Extendable Book Slide - Early 20th c - Stylized flowers and whiplash lines (6"h x 13

consistent with mid-19th-century French crystal production

The openwork base