Tortoise box 18th century possibly British The 18th century box exhibits a great curiosity for the Exotic. Objects made of tortoise shell are relatively common, but a complete shell of a tortoise is exceedingly rare. It is very likely that this was a kunstkammer object as could be found in the courts of Northern Europe or indeed English country houses.. Tortoise box. possibly British. 18th century. Tortoise, gilded silver. Metalwork-Silver
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