Engraved turban shell, SS Great Eastern
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Object number1997.205
TitleEngraved turban shell, SS Great Eastern
Creator Charles H. Wood (engraver)
DescriptionEngraved turban shell with an illustration of the Great Eastern. Title carved is 'The Gt Eastern's excursion to Cape May July 31st 1860. Purchased on board by C. L. D.'.
A profile view of the Great Eastern at sea is engraved above the text as well as the ship's dimensions.
Production date 1860 - 1860
Production period19th century
Object nameturban shell
Object categorydecorative art
Materialshell
Techniqueengraved
Dimensions
- length: 135 mm
width: 120 mm