Vtg African Ostrich Souvenir Egg Shell
This is an African decorative ostrich egg shell most likely purchased as a travel souvenir. It is large with a hole at the very bottom. Inside is filled with what may be dried rice and sealed with tape at the bottom and acts as a weight to keep it from tipping over. The surface is a natural color and blank, easy for painting or decorating. It rests on a square pillow that depict the pyramids of Egypt.
- Beige
- Egg shell
- C1970
- Item weight: 702 g
- Packed weight: 1300 g
- Approx: [Egg shell] 11.5 cm wide x 14.5 cm tall; [Pillow] 17.5 cm long x 15 cm wide x 3 cm thick
- Good condition considering age. Some slight discoloration on shell surface. Fading on pillow. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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