19th Century Marine Composition Diorama – Rare Folk Art bedroom interiors ideas possibly of Anglo-Indian origin with

possibly of Anglo-Indian origin with a lovely old patina

Lovely shape and detail and lightweight

What a stunning set of shot glasses that will add a bit of retro cool to any drinks party or even after dinner mid-century chic

although the key is missing

The wood is also ever so slightly bent

19th Century Marine Composition Diorama – Rare Folk Art bedroom interiors ideas possibly of Anglo-Indian origin withThis charming Victorian seaweed and shell diorama reflects the 19th centurys 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