Giant Clam Shell - (Tridacna Gigas) Curved Brass Stool A traditional 19th Century library

A traditional 19th Century library chair with serpentine front

5"   (49

This striking piece of railwayana dates from the mid 20th Century and replicates the coat of arms on the railway company door panels from early in the 20th Century

there is some minor wear compatible with age

Giant Clam Shell - (Tridacna Gigas) Curved Brass Stool A traditional 19th Century libraryA very decorative giant clam shell with a well defined shape and good colour. Giant clams, (tridacna gigas) inhabit the oceans of the Pacific and Indian Oceans and have a lifespan of over 100 years. The layers, built up over the course of many years, make the shells very heavy and can be difficult to date precisely. This antique clam shell, from a private collection, is in good condition. There are two minor chips to the edge, these do not detract