Cowrie Shell

rich displays of strung glass beads and cowrie shells, and topped with beaded thread resembling hair

1940. This masterpiece boasts a surface adorned with a stunning assortment of molluscan and cowrie

-like sculpture, which she executed in 2011. The cowrie shell has historically carried monetary

, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO totshi wood, fibre, cowrie shells Height 72 cm Provenance Gustave E. De

The simplicity of "Composition with Two Shells" is deceptive. The left cowrie shell is a specimen

, come from the old Italian porcellana (cowrie shell) because of its resemblance to the translucent

conch and cowrie seashells, which opens to a teal velvet interior.

cultural heritage. The necklace on the neck is adorned with cowrie shells, and other ornaments, which

chandelier handcrafted with beautiful natural abalone, cowries’ and glossy snail shells in creamy white and

Charming Pukeberg Sweden Cowrie Shell Cardholders/Knife rests with original boxes. There are now 10

snakeskin and cowrie shells on front flap. Snap closure. Made by SPELL.

A rare early 20th century cowrie shell necklace made with unusually large and brilliant white

four large Cowrie Shells from the Nineteenth Century The well figured satinwood square formed

George III, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) helmet cowrie shell snuff box with

Tony Hochstetler's "Cowrie Shell" (2015) is an original handmade bronze sculpture that depicts the

Headdress from Papua New Guinea made from cowrie shells and red seeds applied to traditional

Very rare black leather belt with cowrie seashells and silver hardware from Azzedine Alaia dating

Very rare, olive-green leather belt with cowrie seashells and brass hardware from Azzedine Alaia

Vintage African waist Belt decorated with cowrie seashells. Cowrie shells are symbols of fertility

Handmade large mounted cowrie shell necklace woven onto a cotton back from Papua New Guinea

Cowrie shell and seed belt from Papua New Guinea. Triangular in shape, double sided and mounted on

A male necklace from the Asmat Village, Papua New Guinea. Tiny money cowrie shells seamlessly sewn

beads, fiber, and cowrie shells, mid 20th century, Dinka peoples, Sudan. This extraordinary garment

, composed of intricately beaded geometric designs and cowrie shells. On red cloth base and trimmed with

glass beads, cowrie shells and coins. Dolls from the Fali people in Cameroon are abstracted sculptures

patterns, snakes, cowrie shells and other items around the edge of the board. Heavy wood, 10" diameter

. The strap is 19.5" long and is woven from natural fibers with decorative cowrie shells at each

fur collar is embellished with cowrie shells and silver antique coins. Diamond macrame patterned

raffia palm fibers, giving it a unique, organic texture. Small white cowrie shells are sewn into the

face with traces of red, black and yellow pigments, rings of attached cowrie shells and tusks. On

and brown cowrie shells. Shells are arranged in a lined or striped pattern around the body, and a

worn by married women and the cowrie shells make a gentle sound when the wearer moves. The cache-sexe

green. Abalone shell buttons and cowrie shells were used for inlaid highlight. Signed and dated verso

the face, and lavished embellished with trade beads, raffia cloth with cowrie shells and hanging seed

, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO totshi wood, fibre, cowrie shells Height 72 cm Provenance Gustave E. De

The simplicity of "Three Shells" is deceptive. The right cowrie shell is a specimen dating back 70

of amrita (nectar of immortality) at heart level in the other. She stands upon a cowrie shell

made of black strip-woven cloth and red broadcloth strips embroidered with white cowrie-shells; strands

Organically shaped oversized gilt cowrie sea shell link necklace from Yves Saint Laurent dating to

of tiger cowrie, baby cowrie and scallop shells. Can sit portrait or landscape.

Republic of the Congo, face with scarification to forehead, broad nose, embellished with cowrie sea shells

, bronze, boar tusks, shells, ivory, conch shells, corals, and cowries. Among the Nagas, necklaces with

of costly imported glass beads and cowrie shells are signs of wealth and high status. Tribal art

A rare early nineteenth century English silver-gilt mounted cowrie shell vinaigrette of the genus

Grand Scale Cowrie Shell Necklace, Africa, Mounted on Custom Stand. This handsome African necklace

George 111 silver cowrie shell snuff box, dated circa 1790 Mounted in unmarked silver with a

Oval cut Cowrie Shell paired with striking Imperial Diopside balanced with teardrop Prehistoric

Oscar de la Renta silk chiffon dress w Cowrie Shell detail with Large Matching Cashmere Throw

A wonderful and very rare George III silver mounted cowrie shell vinaigrette of the genus 'Mauritia

Very appealing 18th century latten spoon with cowrie shell bowl and twisted spiral silver handle

: Antique panels, all over cotton embroidery inset into red linen with cowrie shells and red linen

Vintage Indian textile with cowrie shell details on edges. Blue linen backing. Feather and down

The mottled brown, beige and white cowrie shells set at the bases with pale cabochon-cut blue

Vintage Indian textile with Cowrie Shell details. 1 Shisha mirror in center. Backed with natural

Vintage Indian textile with applique, called "cut work" in India. Cowrie shell tassels at corners

Vintage table. Glass beads and cowrie shells. Could be a side table or ottoman.

framed in shadow box, beaded on leather with cowrie shells on ends and leather ties