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Superb Mother of Pearl Carved Shell
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Superb Mother of Pearl Carved Shell

1920 - 1940
Sold 3 December 2025 · Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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Description

An outstanding large mother of pearl grand tour shell, intricately carved and pierced with the last supper, and with the title Bethlehem, in perfect condition.

8.5" high

8" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

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You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We have a large and ever-changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Mother of Pearl Shell to the 1930s.

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SA1182616
Dealers Notes

All measurements are taken at the widest points.

Please call 07968450046 for more information on this item.

We recommend that you arrange an appointment to view the items before you buy them. Appointments to view our stock can be arranged by contacting us via email donna.fernyhough@ntlworld.com or you can call 07968450046 (lines open 9am-10pm, 365 days a year)

Appointments can be made 7 days a week, daytime or evening appointments offered subject to availability.

Please take time to visit our website WWW.FERNYHOUGHANTIQUES.CO.UK to view more images and stock, Seven showrooms open for viewing by appointment.

All major credit cards accepted.

If by any chance you find an item not suitable, you will receive a full refund if the item is in the same condition as it left us, minus carriage costs.

Description
An outstanding large mother of pearl grand tour shell, intricately carved and pierced with the last supper, and with the title Bethlehem, in perfect condition.

8.5" high

8" wide

FREE DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND

fig 1. An intricately carved mother of pearl shell depicting the Last Supper within an ornate floral border.
fig 1. Superb Mother of Pearl Carved Shell

EXCLUDES SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

FOR EUROPEAN AND WORLDWIDE DELIVERIES PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE

You are welcome to view this item at our showroom, please phone ahead of visiting.

“
Alternatively you are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham).
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

We have a large and ever-changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.

Date of Manufacture

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Mother of Pearl Shell to the 1930s.

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SA1182616
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Seven showrooms of excellent quality antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I An intricately carved mother of pearl shell depicting the Last Supper within an ornate floral border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An intricately carved mother of pearl shell depicting the Last Supper within an ornate floral border. View II
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Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07968 45 00 46
Location
Unit 5
The Elms Business Park
Appleby Magna
Derbyshire
DE12 7AP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/fernyhough
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 566
Items Sold 4,248
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
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An intricately carved mother of pearl shell depicting the Last Supper within an ornate floral border.
Superb Mother of Pearl Carved Shell
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An intricately carved mother of pearl shell depicting the Last Supper within an ornate floral border.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMother of Pearl
  • ColourIridescent White
  • MotifsRelief figural carving, Floral scrollwork, Openwork pierced border

FAQs

Carved mother of pearl objects, often produced in Bethlehem and various European coastal regions, gained popularity during the 19th century as souvenirs for travellers and items of religious devotion.

These items are crafted from the iridescent nacre of large marine shells, shaped using hand saws, files, and fine gravers to produce intricate relief work and openwork scrollings.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural irregular grain patterns, subtle surface ageing, hand-carved tool marks under magnification, and a heavy, cool-to-the-touch feel characteristic of genuine shell.

These delicate objects can be displayed on small stands within glass cabinets, on sideboards, or on mantelpieces, where their pearlescent quality catches ambient light effectively.

Preserve nacre by keeping it away from direct sunlight, acidic environments, and harsh cleaning chemicals, dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth as needed.
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