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Shell collage 1985
Shell | 74.8 x 69.3 x 7.3 cm (whole object) | RCIN 72553
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A square collage made of shells with central roundel with a boat on a calm blue sea with an island and palm trees. The picture is of Shell Creek on Central Andros, the largest of the islands of The Bahamas. The use of the shells reflects the island's natural habitat, which boasts the third-largest barrier reef in the world.
Provenance
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by the People of Andros during the Commonwealth Visit to The Bahamas, October 1985
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Shell
Measurements
74.8 x 69.3 x 7.3 cm (whole object)
Place of Production
The Bahamas [West Indies]
Featured in
ExhibitionThe Commonwealth: Gifts to The Queen
A look at The Queen's role as Head of the Commonwealth through gifts presented
ExhibitionQueen and Commonwealth: The Royal Tour: Buckingham Palace
Gifts received by The Queen from the Commonwealth