Object details
Accession number
U11n13
Primary Creator
French, Cannes
Full title
Shell
Creation Date
19th century
Provenance
Possibly purchased by Isabella Stewart Gardner in Cannes, France on 27 December 1894.
Marks
Engraved (on side): Souvenir / de / Cannes
Dimensions
3.5 x 6.5 x 11.5 cm (1 3/8 x 2 9/16 x 4 1/2 in.)
Display Media
Carved mother of pearl
Web Commentary
Isabella Stewart Gardner kept meticulous records of many of her acquisitions. In keeping with this legacy, object information is continually being reviewed, updated, and enriched in order to give greater access to the collection.
Permanent Gallery Location
Macknight Room
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