Antique Shell

Brown-veined alabaster shell. The base is bronze with floral decoration.

This translates as scallop shell or seashell, as it has the characteristic striated and curved shape of a seashell, a very popular element in 18th-century Rococo art.

The sides are painted with dark brown iron pigments to an abstract design of "horse eye" spirals, a motif thought to represent thunderclouds or shells. A translucent glaze finishes t...

Their tops are adorned with mounts cast in the shape of scrolls, shells, acanthus leaves, and bellflowers. Each one terminates with ormolu sabots.

Designed in the Louis XV taste, each piece features a richly cast base with scrolling acanthus leaves and shell motifs, rising to a fluted baluster stem adorned with refined Rococo d...

Edwardian Burr Yew, Rosewood and Mahogany Tray - with Satinwood Shell Inlay, Brass Handles and Felt Base - 24"w x 14.5"d x 2"h

These bright white diamonds are set in a rich 18ct yellow gold framework atop a vibrant blue enamelled backdrop whilst the outer edges are adorned with intricate scroll and shell mot...

The nude figure of the sea god Neptune stands in an open shell, flanked by mythical hippocampi. The wings of the horse-like creatures intertwine with the tails of fish into a figure...

Each piece is embellished with shell and gadroon decorated borders to the rims and is engraved with a crest to the body.

The cabinet features a cross-banding in satinwood inlay decoration with a decorative shell. This piece is a highly collectable type of English furniture from the Early 19th Century.

A very good quality centerpiece depicting "Poseidon and his seahorses", of monumental size, with cut glass bowl in the form of a shell. A truly magnificent and lavish piece. 3...

The knees are finely carved with shell and scroll motifs, further enhancing their authentic period character.

The shaped apron is also carved with a central shell. Retaining a lovely color and patina.

The heavy ormolu mounts are masterfully chased and gilded, highlighted by an asymmetrical rocaille shell on the front and fluid acanthus leaves that cascade down the elegant cabriole...

The façade is richly adorned with pierced rocaille, acanthus leaves, and central shell motifs, all highlighted by a warm and luminous gilt finish with a beautifully aged patina.

Dating to the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 66 million years ago, it represents a period of marine deposition in North Africa. The organic shell has been replaced over geolo...

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior. Size & Total Weight 2.3 x 1.6cm 2.99g/0.096 troy oz Condition: good antique conditio...

The credenza's skirt is beautifully adorned with shell motifs carved in low relief, adding a delicate touch of artistry.

Architectural in form, each chair features heraldic shields, scrolling volutes, stylized shells, and pomegranate motifs—symbols long associated with abundance and prosperity in Renai...

The arched toprail carved with reclining putti flanking a shell above a padded embossed leather back within a leaf-carved frame, the lower section with two further putti seated on sc...

Raden (螺鈿) is a traditional Japanese decorative technique, originating in the Nara period, used to inlay thin layers of mother-of-pearl or abalone shells into lacquerware or wood. Th...

Materials: Sterling silver, tortoise shell, wood and lining leather. Weight: About 3 pounds, (1.36 Kg).

A large scale 19th century antique Tudor revival oak fireplace carved with ornate column-style jambs and repeating stylised scallop shell detail to the frieze. This impressive fire s...

Handcrafted in solid oak, the chairs feature shaped upholstered backs, cabriole legs, carved shell crests, and finely detailed floral cartouches with deeply worked serpentine aprons ...

Boulton soon became the largest manufacturer of "Sheffield plate" of the country expanding the business of Soho manufactory in the production of bijouterie, objects d'art and de virt...

The front is embellished with a Rococo cartouche, while the reverse is chased as a shell. The double-scroll handle, capped with acanthus leaves and surmounted by a shell, completes t...

The shaped bases are enriched with shells and acanthus, offering architectural stability and decorative weight.

The sides are painted with dark brown iron pigments to an abstract design of "horse eye" spirals, a motif thought to represent thunderclouds or shells. Richly worn from time, the lit...

A stunning Italian coffee table with a sculptural design that combines a gilded shell-shaped base with a circular tempered glass top.

Sculpted centuries ago in Yunnan province, the earthenware jar was originally an offering vessel, or spirit jar, filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grain...

Sculpted centuries ago in Yunnan province, the earthenware jar was originally an offering vessel, or spirit jar, filled with ritual offerings such as coins, shells, flowers and grain...

(Note in the photos old chips that add charm and antiquity) The top tier consists of a brace of drawers beautifully carved with stylized foliates and shells, and fitted with intricat...

Each drawer is carved with shell and foliate motifs, then fitted with cast brass pulls and key guards.

Two shaped drawers over a double-door cabinet provide practical storage, all raised on elegant cabriole legs joined by a shaped apron with central shell motif — classic elements of t...

This period followed the earlier peak Rococo production of the manufacturer and continued the development of sculptural porcelain forms based on flowers, shells, fruits, and natural ...

Lion and eagle. Venus in shell being pulled by Dolphin.

It is embellished with embossed gold shell motifs and accented with turquoise. Length is 172 mm (6 3/4 in.)

The upper tray is complete with an impressive suite of silver-mounted toiletry accessories, including multiple cut-glass bottles, lidded jars, grooming containers, and brush holders,...

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

Each chair features a serpentine crest rail and scalloped apron decorated with Rococo motifs including C-scrolls, acanthus leaves, and rocaille shells characteristic of the Louis XV ...

The richly decorated frame features scrolling foliage, acanthus leaves, shell motifs and floral ornamentation in relief.

The carved cabriole legs reflect earlier Georgian influence that remained popular into the Victorian period, and the shell motif to the frieze is a classic detail often found on bett...

The lower edges polished to reveal a relatively thick celadonite shell. Measures: Dimensions of stone: H 8cm x W 9cm x D 9cm Dimensions of stone with base: H 9.5cm x W 11cm x D ...

The table is distinguished by its deeply carved apron, adorned with scrolling floral and foliate motifs, shells, and fluid Rococo-inspired ornamentation — a hallmark of Venetian furn...

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

The surface of the knife blade is embellished with pierced and flat chased decoration depicting Neptune in a shell with two dolphins. The drop of the fork is ornamented with bright ...

All of our jewellery comes with a complimentary hard shell gift box with a velvet interior. Size & Total Weight 4.2 x 1.8cm 4.46g/0.14 troy oz Condition: great antique conditio...

Its milk glass with a unique egg shell finish. It still uses the original shade holders.

The base of the cabinet having a single door, very finely carved with foliate and shell motifs, the door enclosing a single shelf.

Large-Format Boulle Clock, 17th/18th Century, Signed Period: Régence/Louis XV, 1st half of 18th century » Place of Origin: France/Paris » Material: Wood, brass, tortoise shell, ename...

The console shaft around which a dolphin is wrapped is richly decorated with leafy scrolls, shells, floral falls and a woman mask. It supports a circular top with palmette and acanth...

The later stand complements the chest well, featuring a shaped apron with gilt shell carvings, cabriole legs and classic ball-and-claw feet.

The inhabitants of 19th-century Palestine, both Jewish and non-Jewish, had produced mostly folk art, ritual objects and olive-wood and shell-work souvenirs, so the founding of Bezale...

Made circa 1760, this handsome, George III, Antique Old Sheffield Plate Snuffer Scissors Tray, would make an ideal pen tray, and features a shell and bead border, and a shell detaile...

HICKS & MEIGH - Rare antique Regency translucent porcelain tea cup and saucer - molded forms with raised details featuring five hand painted landscapes with castles (two to the inter...

The apron is ornamented with shell motifs and lattice carving—classic Rococo decorative elements associated with Louis XV furniture—creating a refined yet lively silhouette.

With a serpentine crest and newly upholstered back and seat. Shell carved hand holds. With carved cabriole legs a scroll feet.

Featuring a shaped and tufted upholstered headboard with button detailing, this bed frame is accented with scrolling foliate carving, cabriole legs, and a carved low footboard with l...

Early Gothic Revival Solid Rosewood Nursing Chair - with Shell Crest, Twist Column and X-Stretcher - 22"w x 20.5"d x 45.5"h (17"h to the seat)

The frame is very decorative ormolu with shell decoration and it has a fine mesh screen incorporated The style is typical French Rococo with a cherub fire raising theme to the centr...