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Early 19th C Sailor’s Hand Painted Turtle Shell
A rare example of a sailor’s piece - an early 19th century turtle shell which has been painted with the Royal Standard.
In the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries it was far from usual for sailor’s to catch turtles as food on their voyages to supplement their diets. In 1740 Admiral Anson was sent to the Caribbean with a squadron of eight ships to attack the Spanish possessions in the Caribbean. During the journey many of his crew suffered from scurvy or starvation. Anson’s account of his voyages was later published and in there he described sea turtle as being a wholesome dish that nourished sick sailors back to health.
The wonderful hand painted decoration includes the Royal Standard and the Union Flag crossed with a blue and red flag. This would have most likely painted on a voyage aboard ship. The paint is beautifully time worn.
A truly rare piece that came into being at a time when catching turtles was clearly a necessity for sailors - unlike today. We make no judgement about this, we simply recognise the need at the time which most of us could not appreciate in modern society. Now we just appreciate the fact that such a rare piece has survived.
This piece is only available for shipping to the UK.
Measuring: 40 cm in length
c. 1800-1820
SellerRob Hall Antiques
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Private dealer
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Oundle,
Northants
Tel : 07581 061251
Non UK callers : +44 7581 061251
In the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries it was far from usual for sailor’s to catch turtles as food on their voyages to supplement their diets. In 1740 Admiral Anson was sent to the Caribbean with a squadron of eight ships to attack the Spanish possessions in the Caribbean. During the journey many of his crew suffered from scurvy or starvation. Anson’s account of his voyages was later published and in there he described sea turtle as being a wholesome dish that nourished sick sailors back to health.
The wonderful hand painted decoration includes the Royal Standard and the Union Flag crossed with a blue and red flag. This would have most likely painted on a voyage aboard ship. The paint is beautifully time worn.
A truly rare piece that came into being at a time when catching turtles was clearly a necessity for sailors - unlike today. We make no judgement about this, we simply recognise the need at the time which most of us could not appreciate in modern society. Now we just appreciate the fact that such a rare piece has survived.
This piece is only available for shipping to the UK.
Measuring: 40 cm in length
c. 1800-1820
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Date c. 1800-1820
Early 19th Century Antiques
Item code as226a561
Status Sold
£1300.00 
$1623.05 
€1518.53 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 2/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
View all stock from
Rob Hall Antiques
Private dealerBy appointment only
Oundle,
Northants
Tel : 07581 061251
Non UK callers : +44 7581 061251
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