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Knoll International 1601 Model Stackable Chairs by Don Albinson 1970s
By Knoll, Don Albinson
Located in Debrecen, HU
handling. Original look: Synthetic shell in a warm brown color, radiating uniqueness and charm. Good
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

"Meridiana" Polycarbonate and Steel Chair Designed by C. Pillet for Driade
By Driade, Christophe Pillet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
chromed or matte black painted steel structure and with a shell in polycarbonate in white or black colors
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Spectacular White Sea Shells Weddings Treasure Jewelry Box
Located in Boca Raton, FL
White natural sea shells encrusted treasure box in Redmille style. Great sea shells selection
Category

Late 20th Century Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Shell

Shell Cabinet Cherry Wall Hung by Thomas Throop Black Creek Designs In Stock
By Black Creek Designs LLC
Located in New Canaan, CT
Rocky Point, a wall hung cabinet of curiosity. A glimpse of the shell through the port hole in
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Shell, Bubinga, Cherry, Cedar

Shell Paper Clamp in Italian Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Shell paper clamp in Italian sterling silver. Finely wrought hinged silver shell desk accessory for
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Large Clam Shell Bowl in Brass
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A large bowl in brass shaped in the form of a clam shell standing on small feet. Great for pure
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls

Materials

Brass

Oval Tray in Pen Shell with Polished Stainless Steel by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kifu Paris Oval Tray in pen shell with polished stainless steel is a true embodiment of modern
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century Tall Boy or Secretary in tortoise shell and black lacquer by Ottini
Located in Beograd, RS
shells fully varnished, was made in Milano by a small design studio called Ottini. It features three
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Oak

Set of 3 Curved Top Boxes in Pen Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite set of three curved top boxes, handcrafted from luxurious pen shell, is a testament
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Shell

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Immerse your home in the captivating allure of the sea with this exquisite Vintage Coastal Shell
Category

Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Shell, Mirror, Wood

Verner Panton Fun 1STM Floor Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 1STM' floor lamp in sea shells and chrome for Verpan Verner Panton was one of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Stainless Steel

Verner Panton Fun 1STM Floor Lamp in Sea Shells and Brass for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 1STM' floor lamp in sea shells and brass for Verpan Verner Panton was one of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal, Stainless Steel

Large Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell, I
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a large fosselized Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell. The shell is in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Southeast Asian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Shell

Large Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell, II
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a large fosselized Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell. The shell is in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Southeast Asian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Shell

Set of 6 Cabinet Pulls in Brass Abalone Shell Inlay by Peñoles, Mexico 1950s
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid Brass & Abalone Shell Inlay by Peñoles. The pieces were designed and manufactured in the 1950's in
Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Alias 090 Manzù Lounge Chair in Brown Upholstery with White Lacquered Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair with seat and back shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1940s Shell Picture Frame (with glass)
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Shell Picture Frame (with glass) Shell with crack in it (as shown) Stand not sold with frame
Category

Vintage 1940s Picture Frames

Materials

Shell

Set of Sculptural Chairs and Dining Table in Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
table is a stunning piece, a statement in any space. The black pen shell inlaid top is sleek and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Eames Leather Ottoman by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in High Point, NC
leather upholstery framed by a molded plywood shell in a warm walnut veneer. The tufted cushion provides
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rectangular Tray in Black Pen Shell with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
pen shell and bronze-patina brass. This piece is designed by Kifu Augousti the daughter of Ria and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Oval Tray in Black Pen Shell with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
black shell and bronze-patina brass. This piece is designed by Kifu Augousti the daughter of Ria and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Bowl in Black Shell with Stainless Steel Details by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Lily Bowl in black shell with stainless steel details by R&Y Augousti is an exquisite example
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century French Louis XV Hand Painted Faience Oval Jardinière from Rouen
By Rouen
Located in Dallas, TX
shaped rim around the top, and is embellished with a carved decorative bombe shell in the center. The
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Sculptural Floor Lamp in Shell Inlay and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
black pen shell. The chiseled legs, which are an iconic shape within the KIFU PARIS universe, morph into
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Curiosité Cabinet 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
Category

Early 20th Century Scientific Instruments

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet 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
Category

Early 20th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Shell

Set of 2 Nesting Tables in Shagreen and Shell Marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
white sea shell marquetry on the lower one. The feet have an old brass patina. This set of side tables
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Futurist Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Modern Quilted Vase in Black Shell with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
form and elegance. Its striking quilted pattern in black pen shell exudes a sophisticated and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Quilted Vase in Black Shell with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
silhouette. Crafted from lustrous black shell, the vase's surface is meticulously quilted, creating a dynamic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Quilted Vase in Black Shell with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
silhouette. Crafted from lustrous black shell, the vase's surface is meticulously quilted, creating a dynamic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Modern Quilted Vase in Black Shell with Brass Details by KIFU Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
silhouette. Crafted from lustrous black shell, the vase's surface is meticulously quilted, creating a dynamic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Vases

Materials

Brass

Netsuke in Boxwood in the form of a turtle hidden in its shell
Located in PARIS, FR
Netsuke in boxwood in the form of a tortoise hiding in its shell with only its head overstepping
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Hot Armchair with Upholstered Seat
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chromed steel structure and shell in beech plywood with or without solid wood arms. Wood or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hand Carved Shell "Knight" Cameo Cufflinks in 14-Karat with Bullet Back Clasp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1950s cameo "Knight" cuff links, full marked "14K" featuring a 14-karat post with a hand carved portrait of a knight fixed to a back clasp. The cuff links measure 20mm tall ...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Curiosity Cabinet 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
Category

Early 20th Century Nautical Objects

Materials

Shell

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Hot Upholstered Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chromed steel structure and shell in beech plywood with or without solid wood arms. Wood or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

21st Century Lorsky Sofa, Velvet, Sardonic Shell and Solid Wood, Made in Italy
By Hebanon Fratelli Basile, Hebanon Studio
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
. Seats and backs upholstered and covered in white velvet. Elegant hand-chiselled cameos in sardonic shell
Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Shell, Velvet, Hardwood, Wood

Modernist 1981 Sculptural Secret Table Box Carved In Marble Sandalwood And Shell
Located in Miami, FL
natural shell on top. It is composed by three graduated pieces, two of them are hidden secrets
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Black Shell Table Lamp in Solid Mahogany Wood
Located in Paris, FR
Table lamp black shell with solid black lacquered mahogany wood base. With off-white lamp shade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Table Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
of two beautiful red butterflies. Both wooden shells have some tiny loss of paint on some spots or a
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Alias 090 Manzù Lounge Chair in Black Leather Seat with Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair with seat and back shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Alias 090 Manzù Lounge Chair in Brown Leather Seat with White Lacquered Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair with seat and back shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Alias 091 Manzù Pouf in Brown Leather Seat with White Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ottoman with shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 4-star base in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Alias 091 Manzù Pouf in Black Leather Seat with Black Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ottoman with shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 4-star base in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Aluminum

Alias 090 Manzù Lounge Chair in White Leather Seat with White Lacquered Frame
By Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Armchair with seat and back shell in compact polyurethane moulded together with expanded polyurethane, 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

19th Century French Louis XV Bronze Silver Plated Oval Jardinière Center Piece
Located in Dallas, TX
motifs; it is further embellished with a large shell in high relief and floral decor. The center piece is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze, Zinc

Bar Trolley in Black Pen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
trolley in black pen shell with bronze-patina brass details is a luxurious accent piece for any living
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Bar Trolley in Black Pen Shell with 3 Removable Trays by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
trolley in black pen shell with bronze-patina brass details is a luxurious accent piece for any living
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Large Door Pulls in Brass Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950 s
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shell designed and manufactured in the 1950's in Mexico Distrito Federal by Peñoles. The pieces are
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Mid-century French Shell Console Table
Located in Parma, IT
Shell-covered console table, 1950s French handicraft production. Wooden frame covered with shells
Category

Vintage 1950s French Console Tables

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Boho Decoupage Shells - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Delight in the charm of these hand-decorated Vintage Boho Decoupage Shells, a unique set of two
Category

Early 20th Century American Nautical Objects

Materials

Shell, Paper

2010s Pair of Herman Miller Eames DSR Blue Plastic Dining Chairs w/ Eiffel Bases
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Miller. These particular examples were produced in the 2010s. The chairs feature plastic shells in blue
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Ceramic Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
hemisphere. The arrangement utilizes large, sculpted scallop shells layered with small white conchs and
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Shell

Set of Six Door Handles in Brass Abalone Shell by by Peñoles, Mexico 1950 s
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shell designed and manufactured in Mexico Distrito Federal by Peñoles. The handles were crafted with
Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Owl Box in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
of black pen shell and bronze patina brass. Sold individually. Part of the Owl capsule.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

1970’s Capiz Shell Flower Display
Located in Charleston, SC
in a shell being used as the vase. But this one sits in s planter which is also made of capiz.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Chair "Modus" Tecno Design Ovaldo Borsani Eugenio Gerli, 1970s Rare Version
By Eugenio Gerli, Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in taranto, IT
and seat and backrest with a single shell in yellow nylon techno brand everywhere only two
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the shells in you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A shells in — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 319 variations of the antique or vintage shells in you’re looking for, while we also have 211 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the shells in you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right shells in, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made shells in has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by R Y Augousti, Kifu Augousti and Hans J. Wegner are consistently popular.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, if used properly, some artillery shells can explode. In the 19th century, artillery shells were designed to burst on impact causing shrapnel. Military collectors and firearm enthusiasts often proudly display artillery shells as vintage decor. Shop a selection of military memorabilia on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In nature, you can find giant clam shells along the shorelines of the Philippines and in the Sabah coral reefs in Malaysian Borneo. To purchase giant clam shells, check out reputable online platforms, auction houses and antique stores. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of giant clam shells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Capiz shell designs have been described as rustic and boho. Capiz is a type of flat pearl made from a windowpane oyster found in and named for the province of Capiz in the Philippines. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Capiz shell items from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.