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Early 19th Century French Shell Dish
Early 19th Century French Shell Dish

Early 19th Century French Shell Dish

Located in Tampa, FL

This is really quite a wonderful dish set in solid bronze and has beautiful detail depicting two dolphins. All original. Circa 1800s.

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Early 1800s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Late 18th Century French Shell Console Table
Late 18th Century French Shell Console Table

Late 18th Century French Shell Console Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An incredible late 18th Century Louis XVI console dessert table. Decorated with shells in probably the early 20th Century. Original marble top and brass gallery.  A wonderful piece...

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18th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage French Shell Carved Red Marble Fireplace Surround
Vintage French Shell Carved Red Marble Fireplace Surround

Vintage French Shell Carved Red Marble Fireplace Surround

Located in Sheridan, CO

Continental red marble fireplace surround, early 20th c., having molded mantel shelf, over shell carved apron, pilaster corner supports, rising on plinth base. Dimensions approx 51...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

Footed Shell Platter
Footed Shell Platter

Footed Shell Platter

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's French shell platter with etched and jeweled bronze base.

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1920s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell, Precious Stone

French Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin, Early 20th C.
French Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin, Early 20th C.

French Carved Marble Stone Sink Basin, Early 20th C.

Located in North Miami, FL

This antique French shell wall-mounted sink basin, recently rescued from a Southampton Estate, is carved from carrara marble and retains the mounting screws (added at a later time) f...

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Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Antique French Shell

Materials

Carrara Marble

Set 6 Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880
Set 6 Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880

Set 6 Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880

Located in Shreveport, LA

The solid oak chairs feature ornate crowns with dimensionally carved fruit-and-flowers draping over carved French shells and open arched backs. Round finials perch above the turned,...

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1880s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Textile, Oak

Pair Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880
Pair Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880

Pair Antique French Dining Chairs Renaissance Carved Oak Black Forest c1880

Located in Shreveport, LA

The solid oak chairs feature ornate crowns with dimensionally carved fruit-and-flowers draping over carved French shells and open arched backs. Round finials perch above the turned,...

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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique French Shell

Materials

Textile, Oak

Antique French Sofa Hall Table Carved Oak Louis XV Rococo Side End Table
Antique French Sofa Hall Table Carved Oak Louis XV Rococo Side End Table

Antique French Sofa Hall Table Carved Oak Louis XV Rococo Side End Table

Located in Shreveport, LA

The opulent carvings include a contoured serpentine apron with dimensional carved French shells on each side and exquisite shaped and carved legs on all sides.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Oak

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style
Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

Antique French Carved Oak Secretary Desk Bureau Drop Front Louis XV Style

Located in Shreveport, LA

The ‘drop front’ or ‘slant front’ has carved French designs across the entire panel featuring classic carved French shells and scrolls.

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1920s French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Oak

Antique French Trumeau Pier Wall Mirror Louis XV Carved Oak 19th Century
Antique French Trumeau Pier Wall Mirror Louis XV Carved Oak 19th Century

Antique French Trumeau Pier Wall Mirror Louis XV Carved Oak 19th Century

Located in Shreveport, LA

Beveled trim on the large paneled upper trumeau surrounds a center carved French shell with additional floral and foliate carvings.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Early 20th Century French Cast Stone Shell-Encrusted Planter
Early 20th Century French Cast Stone Shell-Encrusted Planter

Early 20th Century French Cast Stone Shell-Encrusted Planter

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring authentic garden character to an interior or exterior setting with this distinctive antique cast stone planter, crafted in France circa 1880. Rectangular in form, the trough is...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Cast Stone

Antique French Corner Bookcase Carved Oak Louis XV Revival Open Shelves c1920
Antique French Corner Bookcase Carved Oak Louis XV Revival Open Shelves c1920

Antique French Corner Bookcase Carved Oak Louis XV Revival Open Shelves c1920

Located in Shreveport, LA

Heavily carved throughout with French shell and foliate designs across the upper frieze, scalloped apron and side stiles.

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1920s French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Gilt Tortoise Shell Clock with Base
19th Century French Gilt Tortoise Shell Clock with Base

19th Century French Gilt Tortoise Shell Clock with Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century French gilt tortoise shell clock with inlaid bronze, with base.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Giltwood

French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell
French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell

French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell

Located in Pembroke, MA

French carved wild cherry armoire with scallop shell, laurel leaves and rosettes.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Iron

18911-1911 French Limoges Porcelain Shell Form Bowl
18911-1911 French Limoges Porcelain Shell Form Bowl

18911-1911 French Limoges Porcelain Shell Form Bowl

By Limoges Elite Porcelain 1

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

1891-1911 French Limoges porcelain shell form bowl. By A.A.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Porcelain

French Limestone Shell and Conch Planter
French Limestone Shell and Conch Planter

French Limestone Shell and Conch Planter

Located in Dallas, TX

This French Limestone Shell and Conch Planter is a one-of-a-kind piece of 17th century art.

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1780s Antique French Shell

Materials

Limestone

French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880
French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880

French Monumental Majolica Shell Vase Circa 1880

Located in Austin, TX

Stunning monumental Majolica pink clamshell jardiniere, circa 1880. This yellow and brown footed shell is decorated with coral,seaweeds and yellow sponges.

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1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic, Faience

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Palisander Game Box, Tortoise Shell
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Palisander Game Box, Tortoise Shell

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Period Palisander Game Box, Tortoise Shell

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Once owned by Leon Boissier Palun (1916-2007), former Senegalese ambassador to London and Paris, this mid nineteenth century French Napoleon III period palisander game box features a...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

French Early 18th Century Louis XV Period Tortoise Shell and Ormolu Cartel Clock
French Early 18th Century Louis XV Period Tortoise Shell and Ormolu Cartel Clock

French Early 18th Century Louis XV Period Tortoise Shell and Ormolu Cartel Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular and extremely high quality French early 18th century Louis XV period tortoise shell and ormolu mounted Cartel clock.

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century French Louis XV/Provincial French Buffet with Black Shell Marble
18th Century French Louis XV/Provincial French Buffet with Black Shell Marble

18th Century French Louis XV/Provincial French Buffet with Black Shell Marble

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th century French Provincial French Buffe*t with Black Shell Marble *Buffet de Chasse (Hunt Board/Buffet) This beautiful example , is a substantial yet subtle sideboard with ...

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18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble, Iron

French Faïence Sarreguemines Shell-Shaped Hand Painted Asparagus Plate
French Faïence Sarreguemines Shell-Shaped Hand Painted Asparagus Plate

French Faïence Sarreguemines Shell-Shaped Hand Painted Asparagus Plate

By Sarreguemines

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A French Faïence shell shaped asparagus plate, showing a group of asparagus spears spread across the front, the shaped rims are hand-lined in burgundy and pale green, 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Earthenware

Pair Antique French Trench Art Brass Shell Vases WW1
Pair Antique French Trench Art Brass Shell Vases WW1

Pair Antique French Trench Art Brass Shell Vases WW1

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

Pair Antique French Trench Art Brass Shell Vases WW1   A matching pair of Brass Artillery Shells made from World War 1 that have been converted into a decorative pair of vases.  

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shell circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shell circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

French 19th Century Tortoise Shell Table with Boulle Marquetry
French 19th Century Tortoise Shell Table with Boulle Marquetry

French 19th Century Tortoise Shell Table with Boulle Marquetry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful French table from the 19th Century is curved with an oval shape. Inlaid with marquetry to the top, edges and along the legs. The table is made of ebonized wood featuri...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-19th Century Shell Cameo Earpendants French
Pair of Mid-19th Century Shell Cameo Earpendants French

Pair of Mid-19th Century Shell Cameo Earpendants French

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: Mid 19th centrury. Provenance: France. Weight: 16,73 gr. Length: 6,5cm.

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1890s French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Small Antique French Giltwood Mirror Shell Decoration, circa 1900
Small Antique French Giltwood Mirror Shell Decoration, circa 1900

Small Antique French Giltwood Mirror Shell Decoration, circa 1900

Located in Paris, FR

Small antique French giltwood mirror, circa 1900. Antique frame decorated with stylized shells, original gilding with patina.

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Early 1900s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Antique Marble Shell Basins, France, 19th Century
Pair of Antique Marble Shell Basins, France, 19th Century

Pair of Antique Marble Shell Basins, France, 19th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Beautiful pair of shell-shaped "bénitiers" (holy water vessels), carved out of Carrara marble. The sink is fairly shallow, with an elegant, scalloped lip. It is possible to have a ho...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Carrara Marble

18th Century French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers with Shell Carvings
18th Century French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers with Shell Carvings

18th Century French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers with Shell Carvings

Located in PARIS, FR

This authentic 18th-century French chest of drawers is crafted in solid fruitwood, displaying a warm, richly patinated surface developed through centuries of natural aging.

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18th Century French Baroque Antique French Shell

Materials

Fruitwood

French Majolica Vase with Fishs and Shells, circa 1880
French Majolica Vase with Fishs and Shells, circa 1880

French Majolica Vase with Fishs and Shells, circa 1880

Located in Austin, TX

French Majolica vase with fishs and shells, circa 1880.

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1880s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Fireplace mantle in white Carrara marble carved with shell, France
Fireplace mantle in white Carrara marble carved with shell, France

Fireplace mantle in white Carrara marble carved with shell, France

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

This particular fireplace has a wavy top, hand-carved front with central shell and lateral leafy decorations. Original from the 19th century and from France.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Carrara Marble

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell, Circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900

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 beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

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19th Century French Shell Mirror
19th Century French Shell Mirror

19th Century French Shell Mirror

Unavailable

H 36 in W 16 in D 4 in

19th Century French Shell Mirror

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century French shell mirror, fitted throughout the frame with a variety of different shells.

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1880s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

French antique Victorian 14k gold pearl flower bangle bracelet
French antique Victorian 14k gold pearl flower bangle bracelet

French antique Victorian 14k gold pearl flower bangle bracelet

Located in Versailles, FR

French shell hallmark for 14K gold. When the bangle is closed, it measures 62mm in length and 52mm in width Weight: 22.9g

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19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique French Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Locket
Antique French Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Locket

Antique French Diamond Pearl Black Enamel Locket

Located in New York, NY

The locket has two photo compartments inside, and it opens and closes with a good snap. It bears French 'shell' hallmarks for 14k gold; the French law required all gold jewelry to ha...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique French Wood Pediment Architectural Accent
Antique French Wood Pediment Architectural Accent

Antique French Wood Pediment Architectural Accent

Located in Chicago, IL

Architectural salvage. 72 x 2 x 9 high pediment found at Marche Aux Puces lovely over a doorway or to add depth and detail to any room A top quality and beautifully made French ...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood

Victorian era 14k gold diamond ruby shamrock brooch
Victorian era 14k gold diamond ruby shamrock brooch

Victorian era 14k gold diamond ruby shamrock brooch

Located in Versailles, FR

French shell hallmark for 14K gold The shamrock measures 32mm in length and 19mm in width The brooch measures 46mm in length Weight: 8.2g

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19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

French Riviere Table Lamp  Handmade With Shells, France Early 20th Century
French Riviere Table Lamp  Handmade With Shells, France Early 20th Century

French Riviere Table Lamp Handmade With Shells, France Early 20th Century

Located in Mombuey, Zamora

It is a very well done craftsmanship and done conch lamp with sea shells, beach shells. Mediterranean, French Riviera style, 50s, Mediterranean Sea, southern France decoration, Fren...

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Early 20th Century French Folk Art Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

French Tortoise Shell Etui
French Tortoise Shell Etui

French Tortoise Shell Etui

Unavailable

H 2.75 in W 2.63 in D 1.25 in

French Tortoise Shell Etui

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Elegant French tortoise shell and gilded metal ladies Etui, fitted with a pair of scent bottles (one stopper replaced), bone note pad, pencil, pocket knife, ear cleaner tool, and a t...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

French majolica shell form fontaine.
French majolica shell form fontaine.

French majolica shell form fontaine.

Unavailable

H 33 in W 16 in D 11 in

French majolica shell form fontaine.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Wonderful French majolica three piece fontaine in a shell form.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Majolica

Shell Mirror
Shell Mirror

Shell Mirror

Unavailable

H 37 in W 29 in

Shell Mirror

Located in New Orleans, LA

Oval shelled mirror from Paris

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood, Shell

Decorative Shell Box
Decorative Shell Box

Decorative Shell Box

Unavailable

H 13 in W 11.82 in D 7.49 in

Decorative Shell Box

Located in Cheltenham, GB

Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a truly remarkable and uncommon treasure—an early 20th-century souvenir box adorned with an exquisite array of various shells on all si...

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1910s French Baroque Revival Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell

20th Century French Brass and Shell Table Bell, circa 1900
20th Century French Brass and Shell Table Bell, circa 1900

20th Century French Brass and Shell Table Bell, circa 1900

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A lovely French brass table bell with four polished shells inset in brass gilt (has a nice ring to it), circa 1900.

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Early 1900s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

Exquisite French Tortoise Shell Sewing Box
Exquisite French Tortoise Shell Sewing Box

Exquisite French Tortoise Shell Sewing Box

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 12.5 in D 8.25 in

Exquisite French Tortoise Shell Sewing Box

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

An exquisite 19th century, French tortoise shell sarcophagus-form sewing box with lion-mask ring handles, the cover with bone and silver stringing and silver cartouche monogrammed “M.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Antique 19thc French 8 Day Bell Striking Red Shell & Inlaid Boulle Mantle Clock
Antique 19thc French 8 Day Bell Striking Red Shell & Inlaid Boulle Mantle Clock

Antique 19thc French 8 Day Bell Striking Red Shell & Inlaid Boulle Mantle Clock

Located in London, GB

A superb quality French boulle tortoishell mantel clock. Red ground with fretted brass boulle inlay. The front glazed panel with a visible Louis IV pendulum. Gilt bronze case mounts ...

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Early 1900s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

Antique French Sterling Silver Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Box
Antique French Sterling Silver Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Box

Antique French Sterling Silver Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Box

Located in San Marcos, CA

Absolutely exquisite and very rare antique 1830s French Boulle style faux shell & gilt ormolu sewing casket, a magnificent etui with fitted interior and COMPLETE with five original g...

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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique French Shell

Antique French Tortoise Shell Card Case Money Clip Necessaire
Antique French Tortoise Shell Card Case Money Clip Necessaire

Antique French Tortoise Shell Card Case Money Clip Necessaire

Located in San Marcos, CA

Beautiful & rare antique French Napoleon III era tortoise shell carnet bal or necessaire with ornate reticulated silver inlay, interior genuine ivory page and original fitted present...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French 16" Boulle Jardiniere, Fine Brass, Tortoise Shell
Antique French 16" Boulle Jardiniere, Fine Brass, Tortoise Shell

Antique French 16" Boulle Jardiniere, Fine Brass, Tortoise Shell

Located in South Coast, CA

Absolutely gorgeous & rare antique French Charles X to Napoleon III era 16" jardiniere or planter box, a beautiful piece with serpentine shape, ornate sinuous brass & natural shell i...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Late 19th Century, French Red Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock
Late 19th Century, French Red Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock

Late 19th Century, French Red Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock

Located in Cheltenham, GB

A late 19th century, French red tortoiseshell Boulle work mantel clock with circular off-white dial with Roman numerals. Enclosed by a brass bezelled door with gilt acanthus case. Th...

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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

French Belle Époque Louis XV Style Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock by L.P Japy & Cie
French Belle Époque Louis XV Style Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock by L.P Japy & Cie

French Belle Époque Louis XV Style Tortoise Shell Mantel Clock by L.P Japy & Cie

By L.P. Japy & Cie

Located in Macclesfield, GB

A very good quality French red tortoiseshell serpentine shaped mantel clock in the Louis XV style with scroll leaf design ormolu mounts and moulds. The clock has a decorative gilt br...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze

Antique Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl French Cigar Case Etui
Antique Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl French Cigar Case Etui

Antique Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl French Cigar Case Etui

Located in San Marcos, CA

A while back we had a tea caddy done in this mother of pearl inlay against tortoise shell, and it sold so fast - I still miss it. I was thrilled to find that same French style of ear...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

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Natural Pearl

19 Piece Antique Tortoise Shell .950 French Sterling Vanity Set
19 Piece Antique Tortoise Shell .950 French Sterling Vanity Set

19 Piece Antique Tortoise Shell .950 French Sterling Vanity Set

Located in South Coast, CA

The quality of the tortoise shell you see here is matched only by the superb craftsmanship of the .950/1000 highest standard French sterling that accents it.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Carved Wood Shell
Carved Wood Shell

Carved Wood Shell

Unavailable

H 14.5 in W 33.5 in D 9 in

Carved Wood Shell

Located in New Orleans, LA

Hand carved wood shell. Carved out of a single block of wood.

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18th Century and Earlier French Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood

Cabinet 19th Century Styl Boulle Blue Turtle Shell
Cabinet 19th Century Styl Boulle Blue Turtle Shell

Cabinet 19th Century Styl Boulle Blue Turtle Shell

Unavailable

H 41.34 in W 37.41 in D 18.12 in

Cabinet 19th Century Styl Boulle Blue Turtle Shell

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Warsaw, PL

This cabinet is a stunning example of Boulle marquetry, a technique renowned for its intricate and visually striking patterns. The cabinet features a combination of brass and ebony v...

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Shell Lamp
Vintage Shell Lamp

Vintage Shell Lamp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Perfect vintage shell lamp with custom vintage leopard shade~

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Painted French Louis XVI 18th Century Cupboard Buffet with Shell Motif
Painted French Louis XVI 18th Century Cupboard Buffet with Shell Motif

Painted French Louis XVI 18th Century Cupboard Buffet with Shell Motif

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

This is a very attractive French 18th century Louis XVI painted cupboard buffet (or server/sideboard) featuring lovely shell motif painted decoration with two drawers and decorated c...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Shell

Materials

Pine

Gigantic Clam Shell
Gigantic Clam Shell

Gigantic Clam Shell

Unavailable

H 12 in W 40 in D 23 in

Gigantic Clam Shell

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large clam shell with beautiful texture.

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18th Century and Earlier French Antique French Shell

19th Century French Table in original paint with Rococo style Shell Carving
19th Century French Table in original paint with Rococo style Shell Carving

19th Century French Table in original paint with Rococo style Shell Carving

Located in Warminster, Wiltshire

A charming 19th century French table with carved wood shell and flower detailing (typical Rococo or "rocaille" style) on all four sides making it suitable as a centre table - would w...

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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood

Antique French Gold Bracelet with Shell Cameo and Garnet Strands, 19th Century
Antique French Gold Bracelet with Shell Cameo and Garnet Strands, 19th Century

Antique French Gold Bracelet with Shell Cameo and Garnet Strands, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

18kt yellow gold bracelet (quality mark: eagle's head) set with four garnets strands, and a shell cameo showing a man. French work from the 19th Century.

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910
French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910

French Silverplate Shield Back Sconces with Rococo Shell Details, Circa 1910

Located in New York, NY

AIS1838 A pair of large double light sconces in a silverplate over bronze finish. The shield-form backplates are finished above and below with shell motifs. The S-curving arms have s...

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Early 20th Century French Rococo Antique French Shell

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Napoleon III Shell shaped  Red Laquer Papier Maché Tray Star pattern France
Napoleon III Shell shaped  Red Laquer Papier Maché Tray Star pattern France

Napoleon III Shell shaped Red Laquer Papier Maché Tray Star pattern France

Located in Antwerpen, BE

This Napoleon III-era piece is a beautifully shaped lacquered shell, crafted from red papier-mâché and adorned with an intricate gilt pattern, showcasing the elegance of French decor...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

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Lacquer, Paper

Pair of WW1 French Trench Art, Art Deco Artillery Brass Shell Casing Vases
Pair of WW1 French Trench Art, Art Deco Artillery Brass Shell Casing Vases

Pair of WW1 French Trench Art, Art Deco Artillery Brass Shell Casing Vases

Located in MONTREUIL, FR

A pair of unique, heavily patinated, hand-crafted historical memorabilia from World War 1, France, between 1914 and 1918. Trench art ("Art des tranchées", in French), was common dur...

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1910s French Antique French Shell

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Brass

Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay
Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay

Napoleon III Period Boulle Inkwell with Tortoise Shell Inlay

Located in Charleston, SC

Fine inkwell in typical André-Charles Boulle style with an ebonized wood frame covered by brass and tortoise shell inlays. Adorned with bronzes representing the Sun King (Louis XIV) ...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass, Bronze

EMPIRE OBELISK in Tortoise Shell with Application of Semi-Precious Stones
EMPIRE OBELISK in Tortoise Shell with Application of Semi-Precious Stones

EMPIRE OBELISK in Tortoise Shell with Application of Semi-Precious Stones

Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Incredible Empire obelisk in tortoise shell with application of semi-precious stones.

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1890s French Empire Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique WWI Trench Art Bayonet Sword Shell Shot Metalwork Mantel French Clock
Antique WWI Trench Art Bayonet Sword Shell Shot Metalwork Mantel French Clock

Antique WWI Trench Art Bayonet Sword Shell Shot Metalwork Mantel French Clock

Located in Dorking, Surrey

Original WWI trench art made from stamped French Bayonets dating from 1850, bullets, and "painted" black shots. The clock has a lovely French mechanism and a cream enamel face. Thi...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Shell

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Metal

First World War French Trench Art, Two Carved Brass Shells, Cup and Clock Weight
First World War French Trench Art, Two Carved Brass Shells, Cup and Clock Weight

First World War French Trench Art, Two Carved Brass Shells, Cup and Clock Weight

Located in Petaluma, CA

This wonderful set of French trench art is from the first World War. Both pieces are carved brass shells ("obus de 48 and 75mm").

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1910s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

Antique French Silver Carved Ebony Dinner Knife Set of 12 Pieces, Box, Shell
Antique French Silver Carved Ebony Dinner Knife Set of 12 Pieces, Box, Shell

Antique French Silver Carved Ebony Dinner Knife Set of 12 Pieces, Box, Shell

Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE

Please click on "CONTINUE READING" to consult the entire description of the service. Twelve dinner knife set with rare carved ebony handles, silver ferrules and collars. Stainless st...

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Early 1900s French Rococo Antique French Shell

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Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

French First World War Trench Art, Two Brass Shells Engraved Names of a Couple
French First World War Trench Art, Two Brass Shells Engraved Names of a Couple

French First World War Trench Art, Two Brass Shells Engraved Names of a Couple

Located in Petaluma, CA

These are two beautiful French First World War brass shell case mugs with scrolled copper handles and scalloped tops.

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1910s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

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Copper

Lalique, Sea Shell Design Chandeliers
Lalique, Sea Shell Design Chandeliers

Lalique, Sea Shell Design Chandeliers

Unavailable

H 22 in Dm 12 in

Lalique, Sea Shell Design Chandeliers

By René Lalique

Located in Fairfax, VA

Rene Lalique seashell design Art Deco chandelier. Four lights 60 watts each. Professionally rewired and ready for installation.

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

French Trench Art First World War Two Carved Brass Shells One Oil Lamp, One Vase
French Trench Art First World War Two Carved Brass Shells One Oil Lamp, One Vase

French Trench Art First World War Two Carved Brass Shells One Oil Lamp, One Vase

Located in Petaluma, CA

Trench art is a decorative item made by soldiers or prisoners of war where the making6 of it is directly linked to an armed conflict. It offers an insight not only to their feelings ...

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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

19th Century Choisy-le-Roi Shell Centerpiece
19th Century Choisy-le-Roi Shell Centerpiece

19th Century Choisy-le-Roi Shell Centerpiece

Unavailable

H 17.33 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Choisy-le-Roi Shell Centerpiece

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Paris, FR

This table centrepiece in two parts is the work of Choisy-le-Roi, the French faience Manufactory. The base represents the interior of a shell with brown gradations and green leaf dec...

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1890s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880
Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Unavailable

H 68 in W 46 in D 4 in

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning antique mirror with shell motif and Chapeau de Gendarme crest. Delicate spirals of leaves peek out from the edges of the frame while large swirls balance each side. A gorgeo...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Shell

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock
French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

Unavailable

H 11.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

French tortoiseshell boulle clock with ormolu mounts, standing on outswept feet and surmounted by a gilded finial. Gilded, raised dial centre with segmented enamel Roman numerals ...

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1880s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century Cameo Shell Palais Royal Casket Box
19th Century Cameo Shell Palais Royal Casket Box

19th Century Cameo Shell Palais Royal Casket Box

Unavailable

H 6 in W 10 in D 5 in

19th Century Cameo Shell Palais Royal Casket Box

Located in Santa Rosa, CA

Amazing beautiful antique gilt brass and bronze jewel casket with handle and lined interior. The top has three large carved cameo's. The box is 9" high if the handle is straight up.

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19th Century French Baroque Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

André Groult, Shell Mirror in Bronze Frame, circa 1922
André Groult, Shell Mirror in Bronze Frame, circa 1922

André Groult, Shell Mirror in Bronze Frame, circa 1922

Unavailable

H 19.69 in W 22.64 in D 1.19 in

André Groult, Shell Mirror in Bronze Frame, circa 1922

By Andre Groult

Located in Paris, FR

Shell mirror, circa 1922. Wall mirror; bronze frame with double brown and gold patina in the shape of a lanceolated shell. Wood base. Measures: H 50 - L 57.5 cm (H 19.7 - W 22....

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

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Bronze

Biarritz Art Nouveau Brooch, Brooch Shell Enamel, City of Biarritz
Biarritz Art Nouveau Brooch, Brooch Shell Enamel, City of Biarritz

Biarritz Art Nouveau Brooch, Brooch Shell Enamel, City of Biarritz

Located in PARIS, FR

The brooch takes the form of a shell (a mussel) on which it is written "Biarritz" in black and blue enamel.

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Enamel

Stunning Victorian Tortoise Shell Card Case with Mother of Pearl
Stunning Victorian Tortoise Shell Card Case with Mother of Pearl

Stunning Victorian Tortoise Shell Card Case with Mother of Pearl

Located in San Marcos, CA

The height of elegance, the engraved marquetry of mother of pearl against the mottled chocolate to cognac coloration of the old tortoise shell is just stunning, and never more so tha...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Antique 1770-40 Palais Royal Horse Carriage T-Shell Sewing Etui
Antique 1770-40 Palais Royal Horse Carriage T-Shell Sewing Etui

Antique 1770-40 Palais Royal Horse Carriage T-Shell Sewing Etui

Located in San Marcos, CA

Very good condition for age and type, with a few age hairline cracks in the shell, which is absolutely in character for these old French ones where the shell is not veneered to wood...

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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique French Shell

Pair of 1930s Gilt Plaster Scallop Shell Wall Lights

Pair of 1930s Gilt Plaster Scallop Shell Wall Lights

By Serge Roche

Located in London, GB

In the manner of Serge Roche, the finely moulded and textured plaster work with a patinated gilt finish. France, circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Plaster

French Art Nouveau Lamp
French Art Nouveau Lamp

French Art Nouveau Lamp

Unavailable

H 25 in Dm 7 in

French Art Nouveau Lamp

Located in Newport Beach, CA

An unusual brass floriform lamp base with three original shell shades. A great accent lamp with sinuous profile. The base cast, with the shade attachments hand hammered. The only m...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

Antique Calling Card Case Etui Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl
Antique Calling Card Case Etui Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl

Antique Calling Card Case Etui Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl

Located in San Marcos, CA

The height of elegance, the engraved marquetry of mother of pearl against the mottled chocolate to cognac coloration of the old tortoise shell is just stunning, and never more so tha...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Natural Pearl

19th C.  Plaster Shell Console Table  with grey marble top .
19th C.  Plaster Shell Console Table  with grey marble top .

19th C. Plaster Shell Console Table with grey marble top .

Located in New York, NY

A 19th C. White Painted Plaster Shell with a later stand and grey marble top.

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Enamel Zeus and Nemesis Shell Cameo Bracelet
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Enamel Zeus and Nemesis Shell Cameo Bracelet

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Enamel Zeus and Nemesis Shell Cameo Bracelet

Located in London, GB

A very desirable collectors piece. Material: Sardonyx Shell, 18K gold marked, enamel, French (Paris) gold hallmarks, two eagles heads.

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19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Hebe Feeding the Eagle of Zeus
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Hebe Feeding the Eagle of Zeus

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Hebe Feeding the Eagle of Zeus

Located in Chesterland, OH

Huge cameo depicting Hebe, the Goddess of Youth and cupbearer to the Gods. In this cameo, Hebe is depicted while feeding the eagle of Zeus. This subject was very popular in the Victo...

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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Louis XV Style Fireplace in Carrara Marble with Large Shell
Antique Louis XV Style Fireplace in Carrara Marble with Large Shell

Antique Louis XV Style Fireplace in Carrara Marble with Large Shell

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

This beautiful antique Louis XV style fireplace richly decorated was made in the 19th century in a white Carrara marble. The winding jambs feature acanthus leaves at the feet and she...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Carrara Marble

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Located in Houston, TX

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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique French Shell

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Glass, Mahogany

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$6,168

H 40.16 in W 45.87 in D 13.98 in

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Located in Edinburgh, GB

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1890s French Louis XVI Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

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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.