Lot 2492 , A large rare tortoiseshell picture frame and exotic panel of printed fabric, 70 cms wide x 52 cms high including frame

A large rare tortoiseshell picture frame and exotic panel of printed fabric,
70 cms wide x 52 cms high including frame,
£300-400

Condition:
Frame right vertical with a wavy crack to half-way down with slight losses at the top; lower-left corner-joint open but secure, i.e. needs tightening and re-glueing; tortoiseshell appears to have been grafted into place to form the long lengths; astragal edge mouldings are wood. Local trade vendor. Frame extreme measurements are 69.8 x 51.5mm. 59.2 x 41.3mm inside frame. Fabric/wallpaper one oval damp-stain, approx. 6 x 3cm lower centre, visible in image.

Sold for £420