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Material: Shell
Cosmos Vase in Shagreen, Mother of Pearl and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. La Cosmos vase in small is a whimsical piece with both it’s sculptural shape and graphic pattern inlaid in a mixture of cream shagreen, mother of pearl and bronze-patina brass. Available in other shapes and sizes to form a dramatic cluster of vases...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Antique Jerusalem Mother of Pearl Shell Carved Plaques
Located in London, GB
A beautiful collection of five shells engraved from the Holy Land depicts a religion scenes, three of them depicts the last supper in Jerusalem, the other two depicts scenes from the...
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Late 19th Century Israeli Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Pen Tray
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze and inlaid abalone pen tray By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 8.75"W...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Silver and Abalone Shell Photo Frame Mexico Los Castillo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous silver frame with abalone inlay from Mexico circa 1970's. Measures 7" X 5-1/4". Designed for a 6"X4" photo. Perfect condition.
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Palais Royal Mother of Pearl Hand Carved Figural Needlecase, France c. 1820
Located in London, GB
A rare and very fine quality antique figural Palais Royal mother-of-pearl needlecase, etui or bodkin, hand-carved in the form of a young man wearing a Renaissance style hat, made in ...
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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Capiz Shell Box Adorned with Shells
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mid 20 th c Capiz shells encrusted jewelry box decorated with Florida sea shells.
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1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Shagreen Leopard Pattern Box with Shell and Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

An American Art Nouveau Bronze Sculptural Blue Crab Inkwell by, Tiffany Studios
Located in Englewood, NJ
A a rare and early American Art Nouveau patinated bronze "Crab" Inkwell by, Tiffany Studios. The crab inkwell is cast in a very realistic and naturalistic design after an Atlantic Bl...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

English Papier-mâché Spectacle Case with Mother-of-pearl Inlay, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This late 19th century spectacle case has an elegant design of lacquered papier-mâché with mother-of-pearl inlay. The inlaid decoration depicts a spray of various flowers and is bord...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer, Paper

Portal clock Vienna around 1825 with integrated musical mechanism Signed: A.O.
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Portal clock Vienna around 1825 with integrated musical mechanism Signed: “A.Olbrich in Wien” and number 215719157. Alabaster columns, blackened wood, gilded carving in the form of...
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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Shagreen Vase with Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Ostrich Egg on Custom Brass Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Custom Brass Stand with Scroll design and an Ostrich Egg. The Ostrich Egg is interchangeable with a crystal or Murano Paperweight. This gives a collection of objects ...
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20th Century Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Conus Seashell Box, Sterling Mounts, Hallmarked, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage Conus seashell box with sterling silver mounts - side hinge - unidentified hallmarks to the interior (.925 silver) - Italy (Florence - likely) - m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Georgian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Brown Color Genuine Decorative Shell 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Brown Color Genuine Decorative Shell 20th Century
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20th Century Burkinabe Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

1950s Mexican Modernism Los Castillo Silver Vase Taxco Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Los Castillo modern silver vase from Mexico Finely crafted hand-wrought silver over copper with abalone inlay detail. Signed Los Castillo Taxco Mexico. 5 tall x 5 diameter ...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Copper

Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns
Located in Northampton, GB
Raised on Four Sterling Silver Scrollwork Legs From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box by William Comyns. The Stationer...
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Victorian Necessaire De Voyage
Located in New Orleans, LA
A wonderful English coromandel travel case, or necessaire de voyage, boasts toiletries adorned with Victorian silver, cut crystal, and mother-of-p...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Sea Shell and Quartz Crystal Sculpture by Joseph Malekan
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Fantastic Atlantic sea shell professionally mounted on a natural coral base, artistically hand embedded with small rocks crystal pieces that make beautiful one of a kind object of ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage coastal box is beautifully encrusted with an array of natural shells, creating a stunning, textured surface that captures the essence of beachside charm. Perfect as a de...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Early 19th Century Regency Mother of Pearl Inlaid Tea Caddy of Sarcophagus Form
Located in Long Island City, NY
The body and hinged lid with mother of pearl and brass-line inlay. The fitted interior is lined with purple velvet. With a brass escutcheon and bun foot.
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1820s Irish Regency Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Seashell Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting antique English box crafted with a hinged top lovingly decorated with collected exotic seashells over a cardboard bottom.
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20th Century English Edwardian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Chinese Qing Lacquered and Inlaid Handled Sewing Box
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
An unusual and fine antique Chinese Qing lacquered and inlaid papier mache handled sewing box with decorative panels dating from latter 19th or early 20th century. The sewing box is of round cylindrical shape with a swing carry handle and is inlaid with mother of pearl and abalone. The body is made up of eight oval shaped scenes of typical Chinese style with buildings and people picked out with inset abalone and mother of pearl and highlighted and contained within a gilded border. These are set between bands of patterned abalone and against a blue silk background. A similar band of abalone is applied to the swing handle. The cover sits within a recess and is made up of bands on inset abalone with cut out triangular designs and set over blue silk with a small finely carved mother of pearl handle...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Silk, Lacquer

Black and White Cup Coral Centerpiece on Coquina Stone
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive cup coral assemblage with its striking black and white colors and sea inspired texture, designed and crafted by F. S. Henemader. Presented on a coquina stone base to enhan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Kang Table from Ryukyu Island
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small low table with lacquer and intricate mother-of-pearl inlay design from Ryukyu Islands kingdom circa 17-18th century. Ryukyuan kingdom was used to be an independent island cou...
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

1950s Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell of Mens Faces
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell of Mens' Faces.
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Karaut Pectoral Ornament, Abelam Culture, Papua New Guinea
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This piece is an excellent example of an adornment used by Abelam warriors to frighten their enemies. They are held in a warrior’s mouth for courage and to intimidate their adversary...
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Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Other Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Natural Fiber

1 of 3 Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Boxes, Italy, 1950s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
1 of 3 Vintage mother-of-pearl boxes - timeless, for jewellery, gifts or sweets - Italy 1950s - Noble table decoration, elegant gift idea Give the gift of elegance with this vintage...
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20th Century Italian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Rare Signed Binazzi Goose Shell Trinket Bowl Sculpture, 1970s, Italy
Located in Vis, NL
Rare Signed Binazzi Italy small trinket bowl. Natural shell combined with silver plated sculpture. 1970s, made in Italy. This piece is in near excelle...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Urushi Eggshell Lacquer with Abalone Shell Large Pebble Box by Alexander Lamont
Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
Refined and sensual small accessories for the desk or vanity have been loved and enjoyed by collectors or aesthetes for many centuries. Examples of beautiful, delicate workmanship ca...
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Lacquer, Abalone, Eggshell, Wood

Los Castillo Studio Vase with Inlay and Hammered Finish, Mexico 1970 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning silver-plated vase designed and manufactured by Los Castillo in the early 1970's. The piece was handcrafted in Taxco, Mexico, and reflects the studio’s iconic blend of...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Silver Plate

Faux Tessellated Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Box by Maitland-Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage jewelry box in faux tessellated tortoise shell with mother-of-pearl and Abolone shell edge, circa 1970s. Simple, elegant and unique. Bin #N Jj
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Large Georgian (George III) Brass-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box With Hinged Lid
Located in New York, NY
Large, Georgian (George III), brass-mounted cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, England, Ca 1810. Measures 3 1/2 inches long x 2 1/4 inches deep x 2 1/4 inches high. Dark areas...
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1810s English George III Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

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 France during the art deco period, back in the 1925-1930. The case has been crafted i...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Vintage vase of shells 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Beautiful vintage vase of shells. Made in the 1970s. Every centimeter of this vintage vase is adorned with seashells. It is a heavy, well-crafted and intricately designed shell art...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Glass

Mid-Century Italian Silver Candlestick with Ostrich Egg, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Italian candlestick in silver 925 with ostrich egg. This incredibly stylish piece was designed in Italy during the 1970s, clearly in the style of Gabriella Crespi. In fabu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tessellated Pen Shell Hinged Box Attributed to Maitland Smith
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a very handsome tessellated box in a rich, amber-colored pen shell material. The box is hinged and lined with a black felt-like material. This box is in very good condition w...
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1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Natural Clamshell Mounted on a Natural Coral Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful natural clamshell with cream color patina, professionally clean and mounted on original natural coral base, some crystal quartz accents. Great nat...
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20th Century American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

Handcrafted New Zealand Maori Paua Abalone Shell Stash Trinket Wood Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful decorative handcrafted mahogany wood and natural abalone shell (Paua) inlay cigarette stash/trinket box. Made in New Zealand and still has the original tag on the top. The ...
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Mid-20th Century New Zealand Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Pair of Teno Silver Sea Shell Red Stone Eye Zodiac Figures
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Teno Co silver and shell red stone eye Gemini and Taurus, marble base figures/ bookends.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Sterling Silver

Pink and Purple Sea Shell Encrusted Hinged Box with Purple Velvet Interior
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Elevate your space with this exceptionally rare vintage seashell box, a true testament to artisanal craftsmanship and natural beauty. Adorned with a curated arrangement of hand-selected seashells in soft lavenders, rose-pinks, creams, and ivory, this one-of-a-kind coastal treasure box evokes the romance of old-world seaside glamour. Likely crafted in the mid-20th century, this shell-encrusted jewelry box features a charming domed lid and intricate shell mosaic work—making it a standout addition to any vintage coastal decor, cottagecore aesthetic, or grandmillennial interior. Whether styled on a vanity, nestled into a bookshelf, or offered as a luxurious gift, this box blends nostalgia with natural elegance. Key Features: Authentic vintage seashell trinket box, circa 1950s–1970s Completely handmade using real seashells, no two alike Gorgeous palette of pastel shells: mauve, blush, ivory, taupe Functional hinged lid and purple velvet-lined interior Ideal for jewelry storage, keepsakes, or as an heirloom gift Excellent vintage condition with rich patina and natural wear Styling Ideas: Style atop a Louis XV bombe chest...
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Vintage Italian Shell Encrusted Grotto Jewelry Box Re-Lined Interior c. 1950
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This finely crafted Italian shell-encrusted jewelry box exudes a charming Grotto style, typical of mid-century decorative art from the 1950s. Its...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Scottish Silver Mounted Tiger Cowary Shell Snuff Box, 1817
Located in valatie, NY
Scottish silver mounted tiger cowary shell snuff box, 1817. The hinged lid is inscribed with "W. Legget Stock Bridge 1817," surrounded a laurel wreath,...
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Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Blackened Wood Bowls with Rattan Rim and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay - 1980s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Pair of Blackened Wood Bowls with Rattan Rim and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay - 1980s Set of 2 handcrafted wooden bowls or dishes from Southeast Asia, most likely the Philippines. Each pi...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Folk Art Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rattan, Wood, Fruitwood

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré Abalone Blotter Corners With Leather Pad
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four Art Deco or Arts & Crafts period gilt bronze and abalone blotter corners, with a custom blue leather desk blotter. By Tiffany Studios (blotter corners signed ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Hand Crafted Leather and Gold Tooled Hinged Box with Brass Lion Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely leather box with Gold tooled leather. In the shape of a treasure box, with a raised center portion, the box is unique in shape and style. A compliment to any desk to hold...
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20th Century English Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Brass

Italian Fish Sculpture Made of Fragments from the 18th and 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Fish sculpture made of fragments from the 18th and 19th century. The piece also has element from nature including a shark's jaw. A real conversation piece!
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19th Century Italian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Shell

Large Vintage Maitland-Smith Mother of Pearl Box
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Large Vintage Maitland-Smith Mother of Pearl Box. The top inlaid with a strip of brass. The box sits on top of round ball feet.
Category

1980s Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique inkwell is a stunning example of Art Nouveau design, shaped like a grotto shell and inscribed with "Souvenir du Croisir," capturing the romantic essence of a b...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Vintage Round Scalloped Capiz Photo Frame - India
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A round vintage scalloped capiz photo frame. This piece will be a great addition to a bedside table, bookshelf, or side table. The frame is created from pearlized capiz which is arra...
Category

20th Century Indian Folk Art Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Seashells on Metal Patinated Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Sea Shell of good size mounted on stand with metal rod... the base is also a very heavy piece of metal with nice detailing. The piece is a nice addition to any side tab...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Pedestal Boxes in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 4 pedestal boxes are the perfect home accents to add elegance and functionality to your space. These can be used as a vanity set for your bathroom, in your office to store desk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Buccellati Sterling Silver shell
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Buccellati Sterling Silver shell Italian work 1970
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1970s Italian Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

German Mother of Pearl Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Magnificent layers and inlays of multi-colored mother-of-pearl cover each side of this breathtaking German snuff box. Each incredibly detailed scene is framed by finely engraved yell...
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18th Century German Other Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Cosmos Tray in Coal Black Shagreen, Blue Pen Shell Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Shell Encrusted Rectangular Keepsake Box with Green Silk Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Long rectangular shell encrusted box. Carefully applied shells decorate the top and bottom edges of this green board box in a variety of colors. ...
Category

20th Century English Folk Art Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Fabric, Paper

Urushi Natural Black Lacquer and Abalone Shell Lattice Box M by Alexander Lamont
Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
Water flowing over rocks creates a contrast between the sparkle of the water and the relative opacity of the rocks. In these boxes black lacquer pours over natural shells that glow a...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer

Circular Cosmos Tray in Cream Shagreen, White Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Group of Four Anglo Indian Seashell and Metal Swans, Priced Individually
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty group of four Anglo Indian swan sculptures or objects of art handcrafted with sea or nautilus shells and hammered metalwork bases necks and heads with stone eyes. Largest: H: ...
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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Metal

Antique Blanched Sea Shells Set/3
Located in Malibu, CA
Whelk Seashell 12”W, 7”D, 6”H Half Clam Shell 10”W. 7”D, 4”H Horned Helmet Conch9”L, 7”H, 7”W
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19th Century Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Antique Blanched Sea Shells Set/3
Antique Blanched Sea Shells Set/3
$487 Sale Price / set
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Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Box with Hinged Lid and Red lining
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hand crafted Sea shell box in a heart shape. The box is hinged and opens with a brass chain to hold open. Lined in red felt. A great gift, wedding o...
Category

20th Century Victorian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Felt, Wood