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Pair of Carved Oyster Shells
Chinese Carved Oyster Shell
Pair of Carved Oyster Shells
Pair of Carved Oyster Shells

Chinese Carved Oyster Shell

Owner (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, possibly 18th century
Object NameShell
Mediumoyster shell
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Width: 23.8 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS011216.2
About MeThese unusual decorative pieces serve to demonstrate the undeniable skill of artists and makers from countries such as Japan and China.

The shells have been carved in relief. One depicts a battle scene and the other a palace with a willow tree and several peacocks in the foreground.
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