This charming Victorian seaweed and shell diorama reflects the 19th century’s fascination with the natural world. As seaside holidays became more popular, collecting seaweed and shells became a fashionable and educational pastime, particularly for women. Even Queen Victoria is known to have enjoyed pressing seaweed into decorative albums during her youth.
As the popularity of this hobby grew, they evolved into decorative three-dimensional displays like this one . Delicately arranged seaweed, shells, and other natural treasures were transformed into miniature scenes or bouquets.
This is a beautiful example of Victorian creativity, gorgeously framed in boxed glass with an ebonised frame.
Dimensions
34.5cm wide x 29.5cm tall x 5.2cm deep
Delivery
£4.80 UK delivery only. No international delivery available for the shells due to customs issues - so sorry
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