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Up for sale is an exquisite, handcrafted "Sailor's Valentine" seashell mosaic by renowned maritime folk artist Richard Lee, signed and dated 1997 on the reverse.
Purchased directly in Nantucket, this striking 13-inch octagonal wooden shadow box features intricate, geometric floral shellwork constructed with carefully chosen natural specimens including cowrie shells, whelks, moon snails, and fine accent shells set against a dark background.
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Item Details:
Artist: Richard Lee (Signed & Dated 1997 on back)
Subject: Nantucket-inspired Sailor's Valentine Maritime Folk Art
Frame: Octagonal Mahogany / Wood Shadow Box Display Case
Dimensions: Approx. 13" x 13" Outer Frame
Materials: Cowries, Moon Snails, Whelks, and Assorted Natural Seashells
Origin: Nantucket, Massachusetts
Style: Coastal / Nautical / Maritime Folk Art
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Condition:
In excellent vintage pre-owned condition. Glass, wooden shadow box, and shellwork are beautifully preserved with no major missing shells or loose elements observed. Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully for exact condition details prior to purchasing.
Ships with extreme care and heavy-duty protective packing materials to ensure safe arrival.
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Richard Lee Sailors Valentine, Nantucket Shell Art Shadow Box, Vintage Octagon Shell Mosaic, Maritime Coastal Folk Art, 13 Inch Sailor Valentine Signed 1997