Antique Shell

The elegant silhouettes feature pierced crest rails, softly curved stiles, carved shell details, and graceful cabriole-inspired legs joined by shaped stretchers.

At the center of the scene, the two ironclads exchange heavy cannon fire amid dense clouds of smoke and steam. Shells strike the water around the ships, sending great columns of spra...

Delicate silver salt cellars in shell shape. Mexico, Early 20th Century. All items marked “Silver Mexico” at bottom.

having a rectangular top with rounded corners above a conforming case with paneled sides and paneled drawer fronts, the drawers retaining antique hardware, the case raised on cabriol...

This wonderful circular tray is raised by three supports with scrolled acanthus leaves and central shell like designs. The central and original mirror plate is surrounded by an inner...

The gilt bronze base is finely cast with rocaille scrollwork, shell motifs, and a patterned floor surface. A small gilt dressing table with mirror completes the interior setting, rei...

A fine example showcasing excellent craftsmanship and exceptional decorative interest Displays a desirable aged patina - in good order, with one small loss to the reverse Select stoc...

For the delicate flower petals, the artisan employed exquisite abalone shell inlay (raden). As light shifts across the surface, these awabi shell fragments flash with soft, iridescen...

The form is elegant and refined, with a shaped apron, carved shell and scroll motifs, floral details, and graceful cabriole legs that give the piece its classic French inspired movem...

5 pcs gold porcelain salt and pepper shakers with a small creamer .and shell shape Catchall plate.

Below, the beautifully shaped apron displays an elegant serpentine profile enriched by a delicately carved central shell and scrolling motif—one of the defining decorative elements o...

The top of the frame is adorned with a large detailed shell in bedded in Acanthus leaves. The mirrored plate is surrounded by a linear frame adorned with a continuous décor.

P5103), features a similar placement of the patera, though as an idealized shell, also framed with stringer inlays with inverted corners.

This finely carved antique shell cameo depicts the winged goddess Nike seated on clouds with Eros at her side, shown recording the fate of souls in a dramatic classical scene.

This petite mirror features ornate pressed brass decoration for lovely contrast against the flat mirror plates, cascading from a heavily embellished pediment at the crown in high-rel...

An antique Victorian cameo brooch crafted in 14k yellow gold, featuring a finely carved sardonyx shell. The classical profile is rendered in crisp white relief against a soft mauve-b...

An early 19th century French fariniere, made of walnut with nicely detailed hand-carved shell and incised urn. Good craftsmanship with dovetailed construction.

Each chair features a stately, high-back silhouette supported by expertly hand-carved frames, adorned with intricate floral motifs and ornate scallop shell detailing. The original ve...

George II giltwood trumeau looking glass overmantel carved in a restrained rococo manner, the crest with pierced shell and the frame carved with foliate and rocaille decoration with ...

Each cameo portrays a young woman in elegant profile, carved in high relief from a natural pink marbled shell or stone displaying delicate creamsicle tones and subtle variations uniq...

Each features a shaped scalloped rim, scrolling feet, shell motifs, floral swags, and classical medallions in relief, all enhanced by a timeworn painted surface with wonderful age an...

One crest with central shell carving, the other with projecting volute ears.

This antique French Aubusson tapestry, circa 1890, features an elegant Rococo cartouche design framed by flowing scrollwork and decorative shell motifs. Rendered in a refined palette...

Surrounding this centerpiece is a radiant ring of stylized floral and shell-like scrollwork, rendered in a palette of dusty rose, lavender, sage, and pale aquamarine.

A finely cast bronze figure of a young faun, shown standing and holding a shell before him. The figure is rendered with soft, rounded forms and a gentle, naturalistic character.

The bottom apron on the front and sides has a wonderful scalloped and Rocaille design with foliate scrolls and a central shell like reserve. The two upper drawers are fitted with all...

Made from richly figured burl wood, it features elegant cabriole legs, a gently scalloped apron, and finely carved floral and shell motifs characteristic of the Louis XV period.

Federal Cotillion features intricate shell detailing involving both the stem and the handle.

The shaped and curved mirror glass plate of waisted form is set within a beautifully hand carved moulded, fluted and elegantly simple giltwood frame, surmounted with an elaborate cen...

The large engraved circular silver salver features a beautiful floral design and shell border. The piece stands on four scrolling feet, and is hallmarked to the underside.

The vessel is mounted with ornate gilt brass fittings, including a pierced oil burner, foliate collar, and decorative shell-form feet, all retaining a warm aged patina.

Description: Shell-shaped gold toilet box with finely enameled and engraved chiseled reliefs, monogram card on the hinged lid and mirror inside.

The most mesmerizing details are found within the flower cores and subtle accents, which are intricately inlaid with pieces of awabi/abalone shell (raden). As light dances across the...

Pearlware Blue and White Chinoiserie Shell-Edge Oval Dish, Probably Leeds Circa 1790 This large oval pearlware dish is painted in underglaze blue with a lively chinoiserie scene, a ...

This elegant piece features a richly cast gilt bronze frame, meticulously detailed with scrolling acanthus leaves, volutes, and prominent shell motifs that are characteristic of the ...

Mahogany & mahogany veneers with superb shell scrolled inlaid spandrels on all drawers & the central arch.

From either side, gracefully scrolled arms sweep down to finely carved volutes, above a serpentine seat rail enriched with foliate ornament, the whole raised upon cabriole legs heade...

One of the most celebrated and distinctive tropical fruits in the world, the durian is renowned for its formidable spiny shell, rich custard-like flesh, and unmistakable aroma.

Carved in an exuberant floral manner, it is executed largely in a Louis XV style, though with Linke's usual idiosyncrasies and embellishments, such as the shell-shaped mount on the f...

The bowl is shaped like a shell with deep, sinuous grooves. Resting on it is the figure of a Venus, exquisitely sculpted and detailed, naturally following the curve.

This highly sought-after model depicts a graceful young woman holding a shell, embodying the elegance, sophistication, and theatrical spirit that made Chiparus one of the most celebr...

The decoration is further enriched by rows of white cowrie shells and small red glass beads tracing the central ridge and framing the base of the horns.

The body is lavishly decorated with classical female mascarons framed by stylized foliage, shell motifs, and scale-like ornamentation characteristic of the eclectic decorative arts o...

With a cupids bow crest rail with a central raised shell carving, vase shaped back splat with raised chinoiserie decoration, flanked by cane sides, serpentine shaped stiles, a caned ...

Normal wear wear expected from age and use, including minor losses to shell carvings. See photos. Overall pair shows beautifully.

The large cameo is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The shell has fabulous three dimensionality to it which adds to the movement of the dancer.

There is a finely carved shell decoration atop the bar. The bottom section has two drawers over a single long drawers that provides for plenty of storage.

The pieces of this exceptional, antique Victorian straight sterling silver canteen of cutlery has been crafted in the Military Thread and Shell pattern. The surface of each handle...

Elegant Louis Philippe wall mirror featuring a gilt and silvered frame with scroll motifs at the corners and a crest adorned with rocaille and shell ornamentation. The mirror glass i...

It is densely hand quilted in double diagonals, double shell grids, and outlines of the patchwork. The back is ivory cotton while the binding is a dark navy cotton that has been h...

The twin backs each feature a shaped and pierced vase-form splat — the quintessential element of the Baroque and Queen Anne-influenced Swedish country style — surmounted by a carved ...

Resting beneath is an ornate sterling silver pedestal base adorned with flowing repoussé scrollwork and shell-inspired detailing — elevating the piece both literally and artistically.

A Coalport shell dish cwith cobalt borders and gilded bands of interlocking scrolls and finials with a gold dentil border.

Dimensions - 18KT Gold Shell or Hardstone Cameo, white profile bust Weight: 7.1 grams Ring Size: UK M / EU 52.5 / US 6.25 Condition Report Pre-owned, signs of usage, excellent overal...

A nicely detailed hand carved Baroque style parcel gilt throne chair in walnut with scroll carved shell crest, side acanthus decoration, scrolled arms, faded upholstery, and decorati...

The headboards are surmounted by bold, pierced crestings centred with foliate cartouches, issuing scrolling acanthus and shell ornament, demonstrating confident carving and strong Ro...

The moulded hinged bezel above a long trunk door with corner shell shaped ears and concave base. 19.5"w x 8.5"d x 46"h

The mirror features an arched top and is flanked by elegantly carved, scrolled uprights adorned with shell-motif finials and small decorative drawers at their bases.

Historical Context Tortoiseshell ware takes its name from its resemblance to the mottled shell of a turtle and is the decoration most closely associated with Thomas Whieldon (1719–17...

Quality antique 19th century majolica salad bowl and servers, having a quality majolica salad bowl decorated with embossed clam shells around the centre above seaweed towards the bas...