Houder van nautilusschelp 1650 - 1700

"Houder van nautilusschelp", a lid for a nautilus shell holder, is a small ivory carving by Cornelis Bellekin, a Dutch artist active in the late 17th century. This intricate piece showcases Bellekin's skill in ivory carving with its detailed floral motifs and geometric patterns. The delicate carving and small size of the piece are characteristic of the craftsmanship popular during this period. The lid, likely part of a larger set, reflects the Dutch interest in exotic objects, particularly those with natural beauty like the nautilus shell.