Nautilus shell, SS Great Britain 1843 and Great Exhibition 1851
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Object number1997.093
TitleNautilus shell, SS Great Britain 1843 and Great Exhibition 1851
Creator Charles H. Wood (creator)
DescriptionEngraved nautilus shell, illustrated with the SS Great Britain when she was launched in 1843. Shows the date 19 July 1843 and the ship's coat of arms. The other side shows the Building of the Great Exhibition in 1851. The shell is attached to a metal stand for display. Engraved by C. H. Wood.
Production date 1843 - 1843
Object namenautilus shell
Object categorydecorative art
Materialshell
Techniqueengraved