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Pair of Shell-shaped Dishes: M.3A&B-1987

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Pair of Shell-shaped Dishes

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Method of acquisition: Given (1987) by Lady Butterfield

Dating

1750s
1755 - 1756

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Accession number: M.3A&B-1987
Primary reference Number: 119269

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Monday 4 August 2025

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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