Carved Variegated Stone Conch Shell with Crab

Sculpture

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The Curio Cabinet Collection

Name/Title

Carved Variegated Stone Conch Shell with Crab

Entry/Object ID

SC2103

Description

Chinese carved variegated ornamental stone sculpture in the form of a conch or spiral shell, with a small crab carved in relief across the upper surface. The shell is modeled with a pronounced spiral apex and elongated aperture, while the crab is distinguished by its projecting legs and claws. The carving makes effective use of the stone's natural honey-yellow, cream, reddish-brown and gray coloration.

Type of Sculpture

Free Standing

Artwork Details

Medium

Unidentified stone

Subject

Conch or spiral shell with small crab

Category

Chinese carved stone

Made/Created

Artist

Maker presently unidentified

Time Period

20th Century

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Continent

Asia

Culture/Tribe

Chinese

Inscription/Signature/Marks

No visable marks

Dimensions

Height

1-3/4 in

Width

3-5/8 in

Depth

1-3/8 in

Weight

187 g

Colors

Color Notes

Mottled honey-yellow, tan, cream and reddish-brown

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Purchase