Nautilus Cups
An unusual Nautilus Cup in the form of an ostrich. The spiral-shaped core of the shell has been cut off and is covered with the bird’s tail. The upper part of the body and legs are made of gilt silver. An amethyst has been worked into the head and the eyes of the bird are made of ivory, with the pupils painted in black. The shell itself is painted with garlands and birds flapping into ascent
