A carved mother-of-pearl shell, late Qing dynasty.
A carved mother-of-pearl shell, late Qing dynasty.
Finely carved, depicting a village scene, with horses and figures in Chinese traditional clothing engaged in leisurely activities. Measurement 23,5x22 cm.
Loss of colour. Wear. Minor chips.
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Carved shells were produced during the 19th century mainly for the Western export market, and typically depict scenes that are easily identifiable, through their setting and clothing, as Chinese. They would often be mounted on a wooden stand, so that they might be displayed.
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