19th-century American Shell Frame

This 19th-century portrait painting hails from John Derian's curated collection of antique art. The Victorian fascination with natural materials and intricate craftsmanship led to the creation of shell-encrusted items. These items often featured shells, corals, and other marine motifs arranged in intricate patterns to create visually stunning pieces.

Details

18" W x 20.5" H

Shell encrusted wood frame with glass

19th-century USA

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A second portrait of Betty Bostwick and her husband are illustrated and discussed in "Voices from the Past" (2000) pp 31-36 and a part of the collection at the New Milford Ct Historical Society.