Base veneered with sea turtle shell (Chelonioidea spp) (pre-Convention) on a red background and gilded bronzes in the form of a mascaron, acanthus leaves and moldings, resting on four flattened ball feet. 14 x 40 x 25.5 cm. Scratches, small accidents and missing parts. Shell specimen of pre-Convention marine turtle Chelonioidea spp (I/A), predating June 1, 1947 and therefore conforming to EC regulation 338/97 of 09/12/1996 art.2-Wmc. In the event of export, it is the purchaser's responsibility to check with the customs authorities of the country concerned, particularly the United States, prior to any purchase. If the animal is to be exported from the European Union, a CITES re-export permit will be required, at the expense of the future buyer.