#123

19th Century French Miniature Shell Armoire as Candy Container
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$650
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Description
9" (23 cm.) armoire. The card-stock cabinet has lithographed-paper side to simulate tortoise shell,and liberal decoration of decorative shells over all the roof,front and base of the cabinet,framing the mirrored door. The door opens to a blue-paper-lined shelved interior,originally presented as a candy container. Along with a shell-decorated chair. Excellent condition. French,late 19th century.