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“Antique French 18k Gold Shell Brooch with South Sea Pearl & Diamonds”
“Antique French 18k Gold Shell Brooch with South Sea Pearl & Diamonds”

“Antique French 18k Gold Shell Brooch with South Sea Pearl & Diamonds”

Located in Cairo, EG

Antique french 18k gold shell brooch centered with 1 large natural white south sea pearl size 8mm diameter flanked with old mine cut diamonds and colorful enamel hall marked with 19t...

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1890s European Antique French Shell

Pair of French Louis XV Style 1890s Painted Wood Horizontal Shell-Carved Mirrors
Pair of French Louis XV Style 1890s Painted Wood Horizontal Shell-Carved Mirrors

Pair of French Louis XV Style 1890s Painted Wood Horizontal Shell-Carved Mirrors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French Louis XV style painted wood horizontal mirrors from the late 19th century with carved shell motifs.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique 15k Yellow Gold French Enamel Miniature "Cherub on Shell"  Brooch
Antique 15k Yellow Gold French Enamel Miniature "Cherub on Shell"  Brooch

Antique 15k Yellow Gold French Enamel Miniature "Cherub on Shell" Brooch

Located in New York, NY

A rare and exquisite example of Victorian-era artistry, this antique brooch features a fine french enamel miniature depicting a cherub seated upon a seashell, evoking classical and r...

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19th Century Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tetard Freres Shell & Bead 950 Silver Flatware Set Service French 128 pcs Dinner
Tetard Freres Shell & Bead 950 Silver Flatware Set Service French 128 pcs Dinner

Tetard Freres Shell & Bead 950 Silver Flatware Set Service French 128 pcs Dinner

By Tetard Freres

Located in Big Bend, WI

Outstanding Tetard Freres Shell & Beading French 950 silver flatware set, 128 pieces.

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Mid-19th Century French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of WWI Antique Trench Art Brass Artillery Shell Vases France 75mm
Pair of WWI Antique Trench Art Brass Artillery Shell Vases France 75mm

Pair of WWI Antique Trench Art Brass Artillery Shell Vases France 75mm

Located in Greer, SC

Pair of antique WWI trench art shell vases with wonderful repousse work. Features oak leaves and acorns along with the word FRANCE, created from 75mm shells.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV style  Bronze and frosted glass shell motif Chandelier
French Louis XV style  Bronze and frosted glass shell motif Chandelier

French Louis XV style Bronze and frosted glass shell motif Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

Very fine and unusual Antique bronze chandelier in the Greco-Roman neoclassical /Louis XV style distinguished by its frosted glass elements including downward facing bowl, spherical ...

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Gold Leaf Mirror with Floral and Shell Decor
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Gold Leaf Mirror with Floral and Shell Decor

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Gold Leaf Mirror with Floral and Shell Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant mirror was created in France, circa 1890. Rectangular in shape, the large mirror can be hang vertically or horizontally; the frame features exquisite hand carved floral ...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

19th Century French Louis XV Gilded and Painted Mirror with Foliate Shell Motif
19th Century French Louis XV Gilded and Painted Mirror with Foliate Shell Motif

19th Century French Louis XV Gilded and Painted Mirror with Foliate Shell Motif

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a powder room or entryway with this elegant antique gilt painted mirror! Crafted in France, circa 1870, the ornate pierced pediment features a swirling foliate acanthus leaf...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Mercury Glass, Giltwood, Paint

Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820
Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820

Pair of French Walnut Foliage and Shell Arm Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of French Walnut foliage and shell arm chairs with original cane backs and seats, leather arms, upholstered seats, and resting on scrolled cabriole legs.

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1820s French Louis Philippe Antique French Shell

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Large 19th C. French Carved-Wood Mirror in Floral and Shell Motif w/Orig. Glass
Large 19th C. French Carved-Wood Mirror in Floral and Shell Motif w/Orig. Glass

Large 19th C. French Carved-Wood Mirror in Floral and Shell Motif w/Orig. Glass

Located in Atlanta, GA

The glass mirror is original, with signs of foxing along bottom (see photos for more detail). This 19th century French mirror, with floral and shell carved motif, is just over 5 feet...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood, Glass

A rare and large church stoup in the shape of a shell. France 19th century.
A rare and large church stoup in the shape of a shell. France 19th century.

A rare and large church stoup in the shape of a shell. France 19th century.

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

This unique and substantial church entrance stoup is expertly crafted in the elegant shape of a shell, originating from a historic 19th-century French church.

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique French Shell

Materials

Steel

Unique Richly Detailed Antique Shell Mantelpiece
Unique Richly Detailed Antique Shell Mantelpiece

Unique Richly Detailed Antique Shell Mantelpiece

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

This antique front model mantelpiece is a stunning example of French craftsmanship. The detailed front is adorned with a luxurious shell motif and features consoles at a 45-degree an...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Shell Carved 68" Marble Top Console Table
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Shell Carved 68" Marble Top Console Table

Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Shell Carved 68" Marble Top Console Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Louis XV Rococo Style Finely Carved 68" Travertine Marble Top Console ...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines
19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines

19th Century Majolica Shell Jardiniere Sarreguemines

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

19th century Majolica Shell Jardiniere signed Sarreguemines. Coral base.

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1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Pair of Carved Marble Shell Planters
Pair of Carved Marble Shell Planters

Pair of Carved Marble Shell Planters

Located in Washington, DC

A pair of carved marble shell planters.

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Early 19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

Luxury Pair of Art Deco Bronze And Parchment in a Shape Of Shells, France, 1920s
Luxury Pair of Art Deco Bronze And Parchment in a Shape Of Shells, France, 1920s

Luxury Pair of Art Deco Bronze And Parchment in a Shape Of Shells, France, 1920s

Located in Hannover, DE

This pair of luxury lamps from the 1920s to 1930s is truly one-of-a-kind. The back plate was lovingly cast in the shape of a shell, and the golden bronze was hand-polished to reflect...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique 1920s Folk Art Picture Frame Beach Souvenirs  Photos Shells Sand Card
Antique 1920s Folk Art Picture Frame Beach Souvenirs  Photos Shells Sand Card

Antique 1920s Folk Art Picture Frame Beach Souvenirs Photos Shells Sand Card

Located in Munich, DE

This highly unusual picture frame was handcrafted in 1920 ca. probably as a souvenir of a nice sea side summer holiday. It is made out of cardboard and sand and decorated with a vari...

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1920s French Folk Art Antique French Shell

Materials

Shell, Paper

Serge Roche Grotto Shell Plaster Table Lamp
Serge Roche Grotto Shell Plaster Table Lamp

Serge Roche Grotto Shell Plaster Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Serge Roche Style Grotto She’ll Plaster Table Lamp. All original details and hand craftsmanship. Add some Chic French Style to your Design Project.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Plaster

19th Century Shell-Shaped, White Porcelain Inkwell
19th Century Shell-Shaped, White Porcelain Inkwell

19th Century Shell-Shaped, White Porcelain Inkwell

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

White porcelain inkwell in the form of a shell, highlighted with gold and resting on a square base. The top features two round, glass inkwells and two pen holes. Light wear to the gi...

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1820s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Gold

Large Antique Shell Metal Dish or Platter
Large Antique Shell Metal Dish or Platter

Large Antique Shell Metal Dish or Platter

Located in Sheffield, MA

Unusual rustic French antique metal shell plate is made of metal with leaded color coating, a wonderful aged patina.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Shell

Materials

Metal

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.
Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise, France, 19th c.

Located in Stamford, CT

Napoleon lll, French Inkwell Desk Set, Boulle Inlay, Tortoise Shell, France, 19th century A superb and increasingly rare antique Napoleon III period Boulle inlay inkstand, exemplify...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Black Marble Shell Fireplace: Deep Gloss
Antique Black Marble Shell Fireplace: Deep Gloss

Antique Black Marble Shell Fireplace: Deep Gloss

Located in Oostvoorne, NL

Enrich your living space with the timeless allure of our Black Antique Circular Fireplace. Restored and repolished with extreme care, this fireplace exudes an unmistakable sense of h...

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19th Century French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Marble

Oil and vinegar set in a shell - 19th century
Oil and vinegar set in a shell - 19th century

Oil and vinegar set in a shell - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Cruet set in a 19th-century French style; 19th-century glass cruets and salt shakers; base in a 19th-century glass with embossed decoration of vegetal motifs, marked 'Charles Balaine...

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19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Metal

19th Century Majolica Shell Platter Choisy Le Roi
19th Century Majolica Shell Platter Choisy Le Roi

19th Century Majolica Shell Platter Choisy Le Roi

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

19th Century Majolica Shell platter Choisy Le Roi.

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1890s French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Carved Giltwood Mirror with Shell Form Decoration
Antique Carved Giltwood Mirror with Shell Form Decoration

Antique Carved Giltwood Mirror with Shell Form Decoration

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Impressive antique giltwood mirror having carved shell decoration on two sides. Can be oriented vertically or horizontally. Mirror is 22 w x 28 h

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19th Century French Rococo Antique French Shell

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Conchology Prints – Greenland Bivalves and Modiolaria Shells, 1842
Antique Conchology Prints – Greenland Bivalves and Modiolaria Shells, 1842

Antique Conchology Prints – Greenland Bivalves and Modiolaria Shells, 1842

Located in Langweer, NL

Bernard, with hand coloring applied to highlight shell hues and textures. Their combination of delicate artistry and scientific rigor reflects the peak of 19th-century French natural...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Shell

Materials

Paper

18th Century Pair of Sea Shell Prints by Lamarck
18th Century Pair of Sea Shell Prints by Lamarck

18th Century Pair of Sea Shell Prints by Lamarck

Located in Nantucket, MA

Jean-Baptiste Pierre Antoine de Monet, chevalier de Lamarck, often known simply as Lamarck, was a French naturalist, biologist, academic, and soldier.

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1790s French Other Antique French Shell

Materials

Paper

19th Century Majolica Aqua Shell Oyster Platter Sarreguemines
19th Century Majolica Aqua Shell Oyster Platter Sarreguemines

19th Century Majolica Aqua Shell Oyster Platter Sarreguemines

By Sarreguemines

Located in Austin, TX

Oversize 19th Century Majolica turquoise aqua oyster platter signed Sarreguemines. The platter have 12 shells between rope pattern and seaweeds.  

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1890s French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Birds on Shell Jardiniere Massier, circa 1890
Majolica Birds on Shell Jardiniere Massier, circa 1890

Majolica Birds on Shell Jardiniere Massier, circa 1890

By Delphin Massier

Located in Austin, TX

Small Majolica birds on shell jardinière Massier, circa 1890.  

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1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Large 1900s carved wood shell-shaped dish with gold patina
Large 1900s carved wood shell-shaped dish with gold patina

Large 1900s carved wood shell-shaped dish with gold patina

Located in CHAPONOST, FR

Large carved wood dish from the 1900s, shaped like a seashell. We love its original gold patina. A highly decorative piece. - Dimensions: 50 x 32 x H 14 cm

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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Wood

Lattissima Pecten Shell Slab Wall Feature 700mm [RARE & Exquisite]
Lattissima Pecten Shell Slab Wall Feature 700mm [RARE & Exquisite]

Lattissima Pecten Shell Slab Wall Feature 700mm [RARE & Exquisite]

Located in Scorton, GB

Pecten Age: Cretaceous to Quaternary, 70,600,000 to 1,000,000 years Origin: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Southern France Largest Negative Shell: 14 cm Largest Positive Shell: 12 cm We...

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15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antique French Shell

Materials

Limestone

Domed tortoise shell alabaster pendant fixture / coupe / plafonnier
Domed tortoise shell alabaster pendant fixture / coupe / plafonnier

Domed tortoise shell alabaster pendant fixture / coupe / plafonnier

Located in New York City, NY

An original, unelectrified French Art Deco alabaster bowl shape pendant with a beautiful pattern of golden honey, burnt orange, amber, brick red and cognac colored contrasting areas...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Alabaster

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900
Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900

By Saint-Clément

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900. Decorated with a flower.  

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900
Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900

By Saint-Clément

Located in Austin, TX

Majolica Shell Dish Keller & Guerin Saint Clement Circa 1900. Decorated with a flower.  

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Rare art nouveau carved tortoiseshell hair comb. France, beginning 1900.
Rare art nouveau carved tortoiseshell hair comb. France, beginning 1900.

Rare art nouveau carved tortoiseshell hair comb. France, beginning 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

An elegant women's decorative comb, crafted from blond and brown marbled tortoiseshell (Caretta Caretta, Linnaeus 1758), crafted using decoupage and openwork. Made in France in the e...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

1924 René Lalique - Set of 6 Bowls Coquilles Shells Opalescent Glass
1924 René Lalique - Set of 6 Bowls Coquilles Shells Opalescent Glass

1924 René Lalique - Set of 6 Bowls Coquilles Shells Opalescent Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Set of 6 (six) bowls "Coquilles" (Shells) made in opalescent glass by René Lalique in 1924. "R.LALIQUE" signature on each piece. All pieces are in perfect condition. Set of 6 bowls...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Glass

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze
1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco Lamp "Coquilles" (Shells) made in glass by René Lalique in 1924. Set mounted on an Art-Deco foot in bronze. Molded signature on the glass shade. Great condition. Very nice...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

By Sarreguemines

Located in London, GB

Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890.

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1890s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Exquisite natural Fossil Pecten Shell sculpture. On wooden and brass stand
Exquisite natural Fossil Pecten Shell sculpture. On wooden and brass stand

Exquisite natural Fossil Pecten Shell sculpture. On wooden and brass stand

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Elevate your interior with this breathtaking, museum-quality natural sculpture featuring fossilized Pecten (scallop) shells originating from the renowned geological formations of the...

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15th Century and Earlier French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Limestone

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

By Sarreguemines

Located in London, GB

Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890.

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1890s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

By Sarreguemines

Located in London, GB

Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890.

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1890s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate

By Sarreguemines

Located in London, GB

Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890.

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1890s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Rare Large Majolica Shell Pitcher Ewer Fives Lille, circa 1890
Rare Large Majolica Shell Pitcher Ewer Fives Lille, circa 1890

Rare Large Majolica Shell Pitcher Ewer Fives Lille, circa 1890

By Fives-Lille

Located in Austin, TX

Rare large Majolica shell pitcher ewer fives Lille, circa 1890.

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1880s French French Provincial Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges
Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges

Aesthetic Movement Shrimp & Shell Hand-Painted Ceramic Dish signed Limoges

By Limoges

Located in New York, NY

This remarkable Aesthetic Movement ceramic shell dish, crafted and signed by Limoges, France, circa 1900, is a stunning example of artistry and craftsmanship inspired by nature.

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Early 1900s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Ceramic

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze
1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass & Bronze

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco Lamp "Coquilles" (Shells) made in glass by René Lalique in 1924. Set mounted on an Art-Deco style foot in nickel-plated bronze. Molded signature. Perfect condition. Very ni...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant, Circa 1920s
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant, Circa 1920s

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant, Circa 1920s

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This striking antique carved shell cameo brooch pendant is beautifully crafted in 14 karat gold and showcases an intricately detailed portrait framed within an elegant octagonal beze...

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1920s French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Majolica Shell Vase Nautilus Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890
Large Majolica Shell Vase Nautilus Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890

Large Majolica Shell Vase Nautilus Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890

By Choisy-le-Roi

Located in Austin, TX

Large Majolica Shell Nautilus Vase Urn signed Choisy Le Roi, circa 1890. The base is decorated with shells and coral. H / 8 inches , W / 10 inches.

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1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Majolica, Ceramic

Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirror, Carved Walnut with Gilded Shells
Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirror, Carved Walnut with Gilded Shells

Antique Neoclassical Wall Mirror, Carved Walnut with Gilded Shells

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful medium sized rectangular carved wood mirror having gilded highlights and lovely scallop shell decoration at the top.

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1920s French Neoclassical Antique French Shell

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock
French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

French Tortoiseshell Boulle clock with ormolu mounts surmounted by a brass finial. Gilded dial with individual enamel segmented Roman numerals. Eight day movement striking the ...

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Fine French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock
Fine French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

Fine French Tortoiseshell Boulle Clock

By Aubert & Klaftenberger

Located in Norwich, GB

Fine French Tortoiseshell Boulle clock Waisted case with red tortoiseshell inlaid with fine brass decoration surmounted by an ormolu finial, ormolu mounts throughout and standin...

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1870s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

French Tortoiseshell and Gold Inlaid Purse
French Tortoiseshell and Gold Inlaid Purse

French Tortoiseshell and Gold Inlaid Purse

Located in London, GB

A French Tortoiseshell and gold inlaid purse with red silk inner lining. A very pretty and unusual item, the tortoiseshell in very good condition.

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1880s French Antique French Shell

Materials

Gold

Watch Holder In Gilt Bronze And Red Tortoise Shell XVIII
Watch Holder In Gilt Bronze And Red Tortoise Shell XVIII

Watch Holder In Gilt Bronze And Red Tortoise Shell XVIII

Located in Vannes, FR

Discover a rare and precious collector's item: this gilded bronze and red tortoiseshell timepiece holder, dating from the 18th century. A true piece of history, it combines elegance ...

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18th Century French Artisan Antique French Shell

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Shell Pattern Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche
Art Nouveau Shell Pattern Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche

Art Nouveau Shell Pattern Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche

By Auguste Delaherche

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Stylistically, the floral band demonstrates a link to French folk pottery; while the decorative pattern of overlapping shells shows a broader inquiry and awareness Delaherche had abo...

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1880s French Art Nouveau Antique French Shell

Materials

Stoneware

Porcelain Half Moon Pink Shell on Baby Blue Oyster Plate
Porcelain Half Moon Pink Shell on Baby Blue Oyster Plate

Porcelain Half Moon Pink Shell on Baby Blue Oyster Plate

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Shown behind the main wells are the brown glazed backs of three oyster shells. Also shown are two smaller yellow and white clam or cockle shells.

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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique French Shell

Materials

Porcelain

French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock
French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock

French Tortoiseshell Drumhead Boulle Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

French Tortoishell Boulle clock in a drumhead case with raised stepped plinth, ebonised sides and resting on ornate ormolu feet. Brass bezel opening to an enamel dial with Roman num...

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1870s French Victorian Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau
Lovely Antique Grotto Shell Souvenir du Croisir Inkwell Art Nouveau

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 French Shell

Materials

Metal

pair of French 19th century Ormolu and Bivalvia seashell centerpieces
pair of French 19th century Ormolu and Bivalvia seashell centerpieces

pair of French 19th century Ormolu and Bivalvia seashell centerpieces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu mounted Bivalvia seashell centerpieces.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Shell

Materials

Ormolu

Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.
Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.

Turtleshell hair comb with butterfly in cutnsteel, France 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Hairdressing comb with blonde tortoiseshell prongs and cut steel decoration depicting a butterfly. France circa 1900. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)

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Early 20th Century French Other Antique French Shell

Materials

Tortoise Shell

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Antique French Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

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

How Much is a Antique French Shell?

Prices for an antique French shell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $55,522, while the average can fetch as much as $2,295.

Questions About Antique French Shell

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.