Vintage Cowrie Shell Turtle Figurine Stone Base Straw Hat Glasses Folk Art

Description

View Vintage Cowrie Shell Turtle Figurine Stone Base Straw Hat Glasses Folk Art with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The natural stone base makes this example especially appealing, giving the little turtle a miniature habitat while adding weight and stability. It would be a delightful addition to a coastal, beach-house, kitsch, turtle, miniature, or handmade folk-art collection. An irresistibly charming vintage handmade folk-art turtle constructed from natural seashells and mounted on a substantial piece of rustic stone. A beautifully patterned cowrie shell forms the turtle’s domed back, while smaller pale shells create its head, legs, and tail. Its whimsical personality comes from a tiny red-orange woven straw hat, complete with black thread detailing, and round brass-tone wire glasses. Because this example is unmarked, its exact origin cannot be confirmed. Similar designs are commonly described as dating from approximately the 1970s through the 1990s . The natural stone base makes this example especially appealing, giving the little turtle a miniature habitat while adding weight and stability. It would be a delightful addition to a coastal, beach-house, kitsch, turtle, miniature, or handmade folk-art collection. Approximate Measurements 3 inches long 1.5 inches wide 1.75 inches tall Weight: approximately 3 ounces The piece is in excellent vintage condition with no damage found. The shells, woven hat, and glasses appear intact and securely attached. Natural shell variations, small visible adhesive joins, and the irregular texture and coloration of the stone are inherent to the handmade design rather than later damage. It will be carefully packaged in a box and shipped the same day or next business day, including Saturdays. Thank you for looking at the listing, and please feel free to reach out with any questions. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Sculptures & Figurines. Brand: Handmade.

Brand

Handmade

Pattern

Shells

Type

Figurine

Character

Turtle

Size

Small

Material

Shells

Room

Any Room

Country of Origin

United States

Subject

Turtle