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Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Shell

18th Century French Regence Style Walnut Mantle with Shell Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century French Regence Style Walnut Mantle with Shell Carving
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18th Century French Regency Antique French Shell

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Walnut

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Shell

French fireplace mantle in "Rosso Verona" marble, carved with shell
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient fireplace mantle, hand-sculpted with central shell and floral decorations on the legs, in
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18th Century French Antique French Shell

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Marble

Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
shell shape, adorned with delicate golden tile motifs on a black background, perfectly embodies the
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

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Other

French Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Shell Pediment Wall Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI-style (19th Century) rectangular giltwood wall mirror with a mirrored border and
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Shell

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Mirror, Giltwood

French Gilt Bronze Boy On Carved Marble Shell With Crab
Located in Norwood, NJ
French 19th Century carved white Carrara marble carved sea shell with gilt bronze child reaching
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Shell

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

French Antique Front Shell Fireplace White Marble Cast Iron Insert
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Experience the enchanting charm of our French antique shell fireplace, a masterpiece infused with
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

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Marble

Shell-Shaped Catchall or fruit bowl – France - Napoleon III Era
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
shell shape, adorned with delicate golden tile motifs on a black background, perfectly embodies the
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

Materials

Other

Burgundy stone mantle fireplace, with carved shell and wavy legs, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Burgundy stone mantle fireplace, with carved shell and wavy legs: Burgundy stone is
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18th Century French Antique French Shell

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Stone

Antique 19thC French Silver Plate Hippocampi, Mermaid Shell Centrepiece c.1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique late 19th Century French silver plate centrepiece. The bowl is exquisitely crafted in the
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19th Century French Other Antique French Shell

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Silver Plate

White Carrara marble mantle fireplace, richly carved with three shells, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Mantle fireplace in white Carrara marble, richly carved with an important central shell
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19th Century French Antique French Shell

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Carrara Marble

French Late 19th Century Sarreguemines Asparagus Plates with Shell Shaped Hole
By Sarreguemines
Located in Atlanta, GA
Four French Sarreguemines asparagus plates from the late 19th century, with teal accents and shell
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Shell

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Faience

Pair of WW One French "Argonne" Trench Artillery Brass Shell Casings
Located in Dallas, TX
. Created in France, and dated 1916, each artillery shell is made of brass, and features repousse floral and
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Brass

19th Century French Cast Iron Shell-Form Coal Bucket
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique coal scuttle was created in France, circa 1870. Built of cast iron, and shaped as a
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Mid-19th Century English Napoleon III Antique French Shell

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Iron

Art Nouveau French Barbotine Majolica Shells on Paisley Pattern Oyster Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A scarce French majolica oyster plate in an Art Nouveau style, maker unknown, circa 1890-1900
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1890s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

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Earthenware

Oval 19th Century French Rococo Frame with Shell Ornament
Located in Corsham, GB
A wonderful 19th century gilt oval picture frame in the French Rococo style, elaborately decorated
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19th Century Antique French Shell

19th Century Pair of Antique French Bronze Jardinières with Putti Shell Bases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A decorative, antique pair of 19th Century French bronze jardinières, each supported by a seated
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19th Century French Antique French Shell

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Metal, Bronze

Vintage Pair Chippy Patina French Terracotta Seashell Shell Garden Planters Pots
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely old chippy white paint over terracotta pair of shell seashell planters pots. Drainage hole
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1920s French Antique French Shell

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Terracotta

Cabinet 19th Century Styl Boulle Blue Turtle Shell
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Warsaw, PL
sophistication, characteristic of the finest examples of French furniture. Key Features: Boulle Marquetry: The
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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique French Shell

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Bronze

Antique fireplace in white Carrara marble, carved central shell, 700 France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient fireplace, mantle in precious white Carrara marble, hand-sculpted with central shell and
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18th Century French Antique French Shell

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Carrara Marble

Early 20th Century French Palissy Majolica Platter with Snake, Frog, and Shells
By Bernard Palissy
Located in Dallas, TX
Alive with texture, color, and movement, this early 20th-century French Palissy-style majolica
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Ceramic, Majolica

French Pair World War i Brass Thistle Cross of Lorraine Shells Casing
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I Very typical of this war because the
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

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Brass

Beach House Fireplace With Shells - Early 17th‑C. - French Excellence
Located in Beervelde, BE
A rare, early 17th‑century French surround in Stone de Nolay. This striking Louis XIII period
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Early 17th Century Antique French Shell

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Stone, Marble

French Brass Shell and Foliage Hanging Glass Hall Lantern, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French brass square hanging hall lantern with vented circular dome, upper molded and beaded edge
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1830s French Louis Philippe Antique French Shell

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Brass

Antique French Carved Upholstered Wood Grotto Shell Motif Chairs - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful pair of petite antique hand-carved wood grotto chairs. Imported from France, this pair
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19th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique French Shell

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Metal

Pair of World War I Brass Trench Art Shells/Vases, France
Located in London, GB
Pair of French Trench Art vases / shell casings from the World War I vases. Trench art objects
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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Antique French Shell

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Brass

FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Black Lacquer White Egg-Shell Lacquer Cigarette Case
Located in Miami, FL
A French art deco modernist cigarette case. This is a gorgeous cigarettes case created in Paris
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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

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Silver

19th Century French Pair of Yellow Gold Earrings with Asymmetrical Shell Cameos
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century pair of yellow gold drop earrings adorned with two asymetrical shell cameos underlined
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Late 19th Century French Antique French Shell

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Gold

WWI 1915 St Chamond French Artillery Cannon Shell Ice Champaign Bucket
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning WWI 1915 St Chamond French Artillery Cannon shell
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1910s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

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Brass

Antique Fireplace in Yellow Breccia Marble, Carved Shell, 19th Century France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
console and wavy legs on the sides, built in the mid-19th century in France. Maximum measure cm W 159 x H
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19th Century French Antique French Shell

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Marble

Large Art Nouveau Hand Carved Tortoise Shell Pendant, circa 1890, Paris
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large Art Nouveau hand-carved orchid tortoiseshell pendant - the detail is exquisite. Tiny pins down the center of the pendant stabilize the piece. circa 1890, Paris Measurements: ...
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Late 18th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

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Shell

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Table with Shell Carving Side Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century French Louis XV walnut table with shell carving & side drawer.    
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Mid-18th Century French Antique French Shell

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Walnut

French Provincial Walnut Serpentine Foliage Shell Carved Chest of Drawers 1760
Located in Charleston, SC
French Provincial Walnut serpentine chest of drawers with a molded edge top, decorative carved
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1760s French Louis XV Antique French Shell

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Brass, Ormolu

French Bronze Flanking Winged Cherub Shell Foliage Fire Place Fender C. 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
French bronze serpentine flanking winged cherub and shell foliage pierced gallery fire place fender
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Early 1800s French Louis XVI Antique French Shell

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Bronze, Iron

French Regence Period Giltwood Mirror with Birds, Scallop Shell and Flowers
Located in Pembroke, MA
French Regence period giltwood parclose mirror (18th century), with beautifully-detailed carved
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Early 18th Century French Régence Antique French Shell

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Gold Leaf

Filet Coquille AKA Shell by Aucoc French 950 Silver Flatware Set Service
Located in Big Bend, WI
several international exhibitions. Notable clients included King Louis-Phillippe of France, the Duke of
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1850s French Antique French Shell

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Silver

19th Century Gentilhomme Shell Cameo
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique cameo on shell. Slightly curved He represents a gentleman, face and bust engraved with
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1850s French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

French Pair of World War I Brass Heron Engraved Shells Casing Trench Artillery
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French pair of shell casings from the World War I. Trench Artillery Brass engraved
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

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Brass

Antique French Parian Bisque Porcelain White Double Cherub Shell Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Parian Bisque Porcelain White Double Cherub & Shell Table Lamp on Figured Brass Base
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique French Shell

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Brass

Pair of WW One French Trench Artillery Brass Shell Casings with Foliage Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
. Created in France, and dated 1916, each artillery shell is made of brass, and features repousse floral and
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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

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Brass

French 1750s Louis XV Period Walnut Buffet with Star Inlay and Carved Shells
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV period walnut buffet from the mid-18th century, with star inlay and carved shells
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

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Walnut

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Giltwood Oval Mirror with Shell Cartouche
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique gilt mirror was created in France, circa 1870. Oval in shape, the mirror
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

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Mercury Glass, Giltwood

Fireplace handle carved with three shells in white Carrara marble, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Fireplace Mantle, richly carved with three shells with the central one very rich, carved in
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18th Century Italian Antique French Shell

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Carrara Marble

Elaborate Victorian Tortoise shell Comb
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Victorian Tortoise shell Comb from the mid 19th Century. Carving is exceptional with
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1860s French Antique French Shell

Pair of French Brass Foliage Shell Beveled Glass Hanging Hall Lanterns, C 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French brass hanging hall lanterns with decorative foliage scrolled frames, graduated bell
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1820s French Louis Philippe Antique French Shell

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Brass

Antique 15k Yellow Gold French Enamel Miniature "Cherub on Shell" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A rare and exquisite example of Victorian-era artistry, this antique brooch features a fine french
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19th Century Victorian Antique French Shell

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique French Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique French shell for your home. Frequently made of metal, bone and tortoise shell, every antique French shell was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique French shell, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each antique French shell bearing louis xv, Rococo or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique French shell over the years, but those crafted by André-Charles Boulle, Lucien Dropsy and Marchand Glass Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique French Shell?

Prices for an antique French shell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $55,522, while the average can fetch as much as $2,295.
Questions About Antique French Shell
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.