Antique Shell

Gilded acanthus leaves and floral details continue onto the front corners and dramatic cabriole legs, which are carved with large shell motifs and terminate in expressive ball and cl...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Edwardian English sterling silver champagne bottle holder in the form of a bomb case/shell; an addition to our diverse wine relat...

The base is richly decorated with scrolling acanthus, shell motifs, and a central cartouche, raised on a single, sculptural support with dynamic C- and S-scrolls.

The tray features a plain, centre surrounded by a broad, raised border embellished with a decorative gadroon rim interspersed with shells and scrolling foliage. It is fitted with two...

The frieze with a finely carved scallop shell and laurel cartouche at centre, the pilaster jambs with laurel leaf and bellflower decoration.

An elegant Antique Sterling Silver tea strainer, the bowl formed as a stylised shell and finely executed in intricate openwork piercing, composed of flowing foliate scrolls radiati...

Presented in a substantial ornate gilt composition frame decorated with scrolling foliage, floral ornament and shell motifs. Measuring approximately 198 cm high by 104 cm wide includ...

The cabinet is supported by robust turned legs with carved shell capitals and connected by an open lower gallery with decorative arches and turned spindles, lending the piece both vi...

One stands on four stylized paw feet with molded shell and scroll motifs, while the other is raised on an integrated plinth base accented with sculptural lion paw feet projecting fro...

Crafted in Italy circa 1850, each tall hand-carved giltwood piece stands on a molded rectangular base and features a dramatic Baroque-inspired silhouette with scrolling acanthus leav...

Art Deco Pink Silk Crepe and Black Tulle Slip Dress from the 1920's. Shell pink China silk in a full straight cut which falls from the shoulders.

A beautiful painting depicting a scene of family life in an idealized Pompeian interior, featuring wall panels typical of the Fourth Style, framing mythological scenes such as a Venu...

The seat is fitted with five inset cane panels above a molded apron carved with scrolling foliage, shell-inspired decoration, and floral details. The settee stands on cabriole legs j...

The chimneypiece beautifully embodies the balance of Baroque grandeur and classical restraint, showcasing a finely contoured serpentine shelf and an exquisitely carved, central styli...

The jambs with crescent shaped shells throughout, the frieze with carved scrolls and foliage and elaborately carved centre plaque.

The panelled, moulded frieze with scrolls and shell to centre, the jambs with shaped panels. Shaped shelf.

The scrolled jambs with shell, delicately carved flowers and stiff acanthus leaf below.

The dark brown and black body is enlivened by warm yellow and ochre details around the shell and underside. Fig. 2 shows a much smaller freshwater or terrestrial turtle viewed from ...

The trend originated with the European nobility of the 18th and 19th centuries, who designed and built whole rooms as shell-encrusted pavilions, to resemble grottos.

This distinctive item is elevated on three cast feet modelled as cockle shells and is topped with a ring-handle at the apex.

The base is embellished with fine engraved foliate scroll ornamentation and is elevated on four substantial shell detailed feet. This piece measures 8" (20cm) tall, 8.25" (21cm) wide...

It features elaborate corner flourishes, deeply molded shell motifs and scrolling acanthus leaves, which heavily indicates the piece was framed as a high-end showcase work.

Let us take a closer look at the majestic stone cliff that rests on Palazzo Poli, allowing the water to flow into the large basin surmounted by the statue of Oceanus, driving a shell...

Majolica 9 shells platter signed Longchamp, circa 1890. Reference / Page 142 "Collecting Oysters Plates" of J.

Although literacy appears to have been restricted to particular social groups, Zapotec inscriptions survive on a wide variety of materials, including bone, shell, pottery and stone. ...

The elegant Rococo ornamentation is executed in finely modeled stucco, displaying flowing acanthus scrolls, shells, floral garlands, and asymmetrical rocaille motifs.

Serving dish, pedestal cup, in bronze, antique patina, the tray decorated in its center with a profile of Athena encircled by a frieze of shells, garlands, ribbons, rosettes and volu...

The bodies upheld by three dolphins separated by shells in relief, the shoulders with additional shell-work, the tops with intricately pierced with herms and alternating with still l...

Raised on elegant carved cabriole legs terminating in carved scroll feet, the chairs are richly decorated with crisp shell, acanthus and foliate carving to the knees and legs.

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...

Victorian Diamond Turtle Ring With Pearl & Demantoid Garnet 14K Yellow Gold This whimsical turtle ring is made in 14K yellow gold and centered by a large luminous pearl forming the...

Stand features three additional drawers and Queen Anne legs with carved shell knees.

Pair 19th Century French Regence Walnut Armchairs ~ Fauteuils is an incredibly elegant set, with the sumptuous wood, considered the finest indigenous furniture wood in Europe, skillf...

The set is presented here with a large antique butler's tray with an inlaid shell centre, available separately. The tray can be paired with the service to create an especially impres...

The panelled frieze with shell to carved centre, with scrollwork throughout, the carved jambs with stiff acanthus leaves to base, surmounted by shaped legs and end blockings above ca...

A superb quality French Louis XV style carved Sarrancolin marble fireplace, the frieze with centre shell and scrolls, foliage and grapes. The shaped jambs with stiff acanthus leaf ca...

The carved skirt is embellished with shells, scrolling foliate ornament, and Rococo-inspired flourishes.

The coconut-shell bowl having a reeded silver rim over a richly gilded silver-lined interior, the bowls exterior rendered with relief carved detail featuring the coat of arms, crest,...

Flanking the inkwell are two beautifully iridescent mother-of-pearl shell catch-alls or trinket dishes. Their naturally luminous surfaces display an extraordinary range of changing c...

Similar to the Rococo designs that surround the armorial imagery, the front apron consists of an elaborate shell, scrolls, and volutes in beige and gray over a tan background.

Chimú artistic production includes featherwork, wood carving, textiles, and shell and hard stone work. Thanks to the influence of the neighboring Lambayeque people, who would eventua...

The crest is especially striking, with finely carved rocaille work, shell motifs, scrolling foliage, floral decoration, and asymmetrical C- and S-scrolls.

A substantial early 19th century creamware tureen on a raised foot, with two reeded scroll handles and a domed cover finished with a finely molded shell and acanthus finial. The body...

The original hand coloring remains attractive, particularly the red and pink coloring of the claws and shells. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the conditi...

The paneled frieze with carved shell to centre. Breakfront shelf. A period, rustic piece in good condition.

The fall front opens to a fitted writing interior of pigeonholes, small drawers, and a central prospect door carved with a fan shell between turned column dividers; below, four drawe...

His sterling goblets and chalices are prized because of their extraordinary "bright cut" hand engraved designs (please note the unusual sea life, shells and designs influenced by the...

Decorative iron hardware, including ornate escutcheons and drawer pulls, adds authentic character, while the scalloped apron with a carved shell motif lends a refined touch. Graceful...

Small 19th Century round Palissy fish platter Thomas Sergent. decorated with a fish on the center ,on the border a snail, a snake, a butterfly , shells and leaves. 4 inches diameter....

The tray base is embellished with a gadroon border and surmounts four shell-style feet. This liqueur set measures 6” (15cm) tall, 12” (30cm) wide, and 5.75” (14.5cm) deep, and weighs...

The jambs with panels carved with scrolled foliage throughout surmounted by end blocking with carved cartouche and shell. The frieze with matching panel and carving, with foliage to ...

Exceptional proportion and delightfully detailed throughout Displays a desirable aged patina with a gently time-worn appearance Quality silver plate presents, bright reflective tonal...

An ornate 19th century French cast iron fireplace. The large shell to centre with leafwork and scrolls to either side, the legs draped with festoons of foliage and fruit with intrica...

The factory became known for transforming fruits, vegetables, shells, animals, and garden motifs into elegant porcelain objects for the table, and strawberry-form pieces belong beaut...

This strawberry creamer displays beautifully alongside Royal Bayreuth tomato ware, fruit-form porcelain, shell creamers, lobster pieces, and other naturalistic table objects.

Hard stone cameos are far more difficult to carve than shell cameos as they are carved from semi-precious gems and require extraordinary lapidary skills.

Great pair of trench art vases in shiny gold brass with wonderful hand hammered grapevine themed decoration. Made from artillery shell casings from the first world war and created ...

The work is well presented in an ornate gilt frame with elaborate shell and acanthus ornamentation. Signed lower right and dated 1840.

Benson STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Full Size Half Hunter Pocket Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Heavy Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1900's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 50mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual...

It conserves reddish coloration in the profile of the eyes and mouth, and ocher in the interior; they would be remains of some resin, possibly copal, used as adhesive for the applica...