Antique Carved Shell

The façade is defined by a bold double bonnet top, centered with an exquisitely carved shell crest and flanked by scrolling foliate motifs, a hallmark of the Louis XV period.

Late 19th Century Fireside Companion, Purdonium This is a very attractive piece there is a carved shell and leaf decoration both on the fall front door and on the back gallery Thi...

The panelled frieze with carved shell to centre flanked by foliage and belldrop below.

The fluted jambs surmounted by carved end blocking with rosette. The paneled frieze with carved shell to centre.

The bottom of the urn is decorated by godron shapes below two finely carved shells with the head of Mercury in the center.

This antique gold filled brooch features a finely carved shell cameo depicting the mythological figure Narcissus gazing at his reflection.

This beautifully detailed antique silver brooch features a finely carved shell cameo depicting Venus, the Roman goddess of love, accompanied by Cupid and her other cherubic sons.

Details: Period: Circa 1900 late 19th to early 20th century Origin: Europe Material: 18 karat yellow gold Stone: Hand-carved shell cameo Measurements: 39 mm length x 24 mm width Weig...

The apron is decorated with a large carved shell design on each side. The table is raised on scrolled legs.

Central apron has a carved shell and C-scroll cartouche - signature Louis XV rococo detail seen in your close-up.

Its molded pilaster legs, shaped in graceful cabriole form, are adorned with intricately carved shells and rolled motif moldings. On the lintel, a magnificent scallop shell takes cen...

At each corner and mid section of every side are wonderful and extremely decorative pierced reserves with scrolled acanthus leaves and richly carved shells at the center.

Chinese tortoise shell finely carved box, Canton circ 1840, The box is carved with court scenes on both top and bottom.

A set of eight mahogany dining chairs in the Queen Anne style, consisting of six side chairs and two armchairs, the shaped central splat back with carved shell decoration flanked by ...

This antique brooch pendant features a beautifully carved shell cameo depicting the Holy Family with young Jesus and John the Baptist.

A superb quality early 18th century mahogany card table, possibly Irish, the shaped hinged fold over top having a lovely figuration, folding over to reveal green baize playing surfac...

This exceptional desk chair is crafted to the highest standards, showcasing classic Georgian design and fine attention to detail It stands on elegant cabriole legs terminating in pad...

A Beautiful and Rare Antique Victorian 9ct gold cameo ring featuring a finely carved shell depicting the Three Graces, a classic motif symbolizing charm, beauty, and creativity.

The frieze at the front and sides have carved panels flanking shells with a hammered design.

Sublime and spiritually resonant, this antique brooch features a finely carved shell cameo of the Archangel Gabriel, known as the divine messenger.

They have a central carved shell for added importance to the overall appearance of these fine chairs.

A highly decorative early 20th Century mahogany hexagon shaped wine cooler / cellarette in the Regency style, the shaped top having a gadrooned edge with a carved shell and turned an...

circa 1920 This Writing Table Stands upon Typical Chippendale Style Legs with Boldly Carved Ball and Claw Feet with Carved Shells to the Knees.

The arms repeat the same decoration with carved flowers. The wide and tall back has a central richly carved shell flanked by acanthus leaves.

The top part with volutes and carved shell motifs is dressed with side finials; it features a bonnet top over the clock casing with glass, a violin shape center door decorated with h...

Large and impressive. An outstanding carved and gilt Italianate Baroque style armchair with carved shell crest, Griffin arm supports, carved Eagle knees ending in Lion’s Paw Foot.

A central carved shell is flanked with scrolling foliage and dotted cross hatched motifs.

The gently sweeping serpentine frieze with carved shell to centre, flower paterae and entwined motifs to panelled frieze and curved jambs.

The skirt is adorned with a delicate motif, made of a carved shell flanked with lovely volutes. Each chair features sinuous scrolled arms.

A smart pair of C18th giltwood open armchairs, well carved throughout, the curved oval backs with gadrooned mouldings and foliate paterai to the tops, leading to shapely arms with ac...

The cabinet's carved detailing includes shells, C-scrolls, and acanthus leaves consistent with Louis XV style furniture.

The interior is composed of a central niche and eight drawers with carved-shell drawer pulls. One of the drawers serves as an inkstand.

The frieze centred by a crisply carved shell motif. A decorative and extremely versatile mid-18th century piece with excellent colour and rich surface throughout.

The shaped top rails with reeded detail lead down to finely pierced splat backs centred with carved shells and foliate decoration, a design strongly associated with Irish craftsmansh...

The piece is decorated with wonderful cast bull heads and a carved shell motif to the upstand, and a lovely shaped apron and turned legs to the base.

The curving sides are decorated with carved shells and a scrolled apron. The piece stands on four beautifully carved cabriole legs.

The panelled frieze with carved shell to centre flanked by foliage and bell drop below.

This antique mirror from France features a vertically set rectangular-shape, with straight-line trim molding, with a mirror set within a top panel, over a secondary mirror below, wit...

The stately walnut case is adorned with ornate carvings, including a bold pediment top, fluted columns, a carved shell motif on the lower panel, and an oval glass door that reveals t...

The arm supports flow seamlessly into a serpentine seat rail, lavishly carved with rocailles, C-scrolls, stylized foliage, and shell motifs.

Group of three high-relief cameos carved from Bullmouth shell Large: 3.5mm x 4.5mm.

The lower section of the well defined and perfectly carved shell terminates in a carved leaf pendant.

A French Louis XV period pewter lavabo on walnut stand from the 18th century, with hand-carved shell motifs and volutes. Born in France during the reign of "The Beloved", king Louis ...

Pendant is oval with carved shell female cameo set in 800 silver with gold twisted 'rope' detail around.

A carved shell with ribbons to centre of frieze, with serpentine shaped shelf above.

Their sculptural silhouettes feature graceful vasiform splats, shaped arms, and cabriole legs joined by traditional stretchers, while carved shell motifs lend a subtle decorative flo...

It stands on bracket feet united by a shaped apron with carved shells A magnificent quality dressing table displaying a delightful colour Please note we have a matching wardrobe i...

This elegant Queen Anne style bedside chest of drawers is beautifully crafted in burr walnut and raised on graceful cabriole legs, adorned with finely carved shell motifs to the knee...

The cabinet features twin doors with traditional astragal glazing bars and an arched pediment centered by a finely carved shell motif, all supported by cabriole legs terminating in d...

This antique brooch is crafted in 12k white gold and features a finely carved shell cameo depicting a classical lady adorned with a diamond necklace accent.

Exquisite upholstery complements the striking display frame Presents a desirable aged patina, benefiting from very careful use Exceptional figuring to the frame, with warm caramel hu...

A RARE ANGLO-CHINESE HONGMU CORNER CHAIR OF GEORGE II STYLE Early 19th Century The “ox-yoke” curved arm ending in rounded terminals and surmounted by an overscroll crest block above...

Germany, late 19th to early 20th century In the manner of the Dresden or Munich workshops producing Rococo revival furnishings Dimensions: 35.25″ H × 24.5″ W × 20″ D A finely carve...

The piecrust rim is beautifully elaborated with 10 carved shells alternating with 10 scollops. The tripod pedestal is beautifully proportioned and carved with fine carved detailing t...

Hand-crafted from walnut, the commode features three useful drawers framed by molded borders and embellished with hand-carved shell, floral and foliate motifs. Decorative brass bale ...

Born in Scandinavia during the 19th century, this pair of Rococo style armchairs features a shaped splat topped with a carved shell. This pierced back is connected to two serpentine ...

Born in Scandinavia during the 19th century, this pair of Rococo style armchairs features a shaped splat topped with a carved shell. This pierced back is connected to two serpentine ...