Lot 60
A cowrie shell mounted sauce boat.
Description
Condition Report
A cowrie shell mounted sauce boat, possibly nineteenth century, having a foliate capped handle and ribbed banding over the shell bowl and the whole raised upon three stepped and ball feet. Length measures 5 4/8 inches (14 cm).
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Purchasing information-
The sauce boat is in fair condition although with distortion to legs. The shell has a few minor scratches and marks to interior and the mount has general light rubbing. The mount is unmarked.