Overall it is in Good Vintage Condition. It came from a local London Estate Clearance.
FANTASTIC SUPER SCARCE EARLY NZ ART It measures approx 20cm at the widest point. I have another shell painting by this artist currently up for offer.The item "Antique New Zealand Oyster Shell Painting by John Philemon Backhouse (1845-1908)" is in sale since Tuesday, August 21, 2018. This item is in the category "Collectables\Ethnographic Collectables\Oceanian/Australasian". The seller is "oldninteresting123" and is located in Sutton. This item can be shipped worldwide.