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Natural Clam Shell
Located in Bradenton, FL
Authentic large clam shell specimen with its iconic sculptural form and sea inspired colors and
Category
20th Century Southeast Asian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Gigas Tridacna clam shell
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful white clam shell in wonderful condition
Category
Early 20th Century North American Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Clam Shell Seashell White Natural
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, relatively large, white natural clam shell seashell. Seashell is real. Beautiful as a
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Giant 34 Inch Fossilized Clam Shell
Located in Bradenton, FL
Authentic fossilized giant 34 inch natural clam shell. Clam shell has iconic sculptural form and
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Marie Christophe Clam Shell
Located in New York, NY
limits between decorative art and sculpture.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wire
Collection of Large Specimen Clam Shells
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A spectacular collection of five large specimen clam shells mounted on bespoke steel stands. These
Category
Late 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Steel
Pair of Natural Giant Clam Shells.
Located in Southall, GB
Natural giant clam shells with lustrous milky patina from South Pacific or Indian Ocean. There is
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Early 20th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Aluminum Clam Shell Bowl
By Bruce Fox
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid century bowl crafted in cast and polished aluminum in the iconic clam shell form. Signed in the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Aluminum
Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive scale natural tridacna gigas giant clam shell specimen from the South Pacific Ocean. The
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20th Century Asian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
South Pacific Natural Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in East Hampton, NY
This giant Pacific clam shell is all natural and with wonderful details. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND
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Antique 19th Century Pacific Islands Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Natural South Pacific Ocean Giant Clam Shell
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous natural giant clam shell specimen from the South Pacific Seas. The clam features fine
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Natural Clam Shell Filled With Small Seashells
Located in Bradenton, FL
Authentic large clam shell specimen with its iconic sculptural form and sea inspired colors and
Category
20th Century Southeast Asian Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Vintage Painted Terracotta Clam Shell
Located in west palm beach, FL
A beautiful vintage white painted terracotta clam shell that can be used as a bowl or just as is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Terracotta
Large Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Massive natural Tridacna gigas South Pacific ocean giant clam shell specimen. The large shell
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Antique 19th Century Giant Clam Shell
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
gigas
Tridacna gigas is a very decorative giant clam shell with a well-defined shape and good colour
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Natural Fiber
Large Copper Colored Clam Shell Displayed on Lucite Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant large copper colored clam shell presented on a lucite stand. The shell
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Mounted Objects
Materials
Shell, Lucite
Italian Large Wood Clam Shell Bowl
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A large hand carved olive wood bowl in the shape of a clam shell. Great for decorative purposes or
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood, Olive
Vintage Coastal Plaster Faux Clam Shell
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal faux clam shell. Monumental in size and drama. A plaster construction
Category
Late 20th Century American Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster
Cast Plaster Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This plast caster of a half-shell is the type genus of the family Tridacnidae: giant clam.
They
Category
20th Century American Natural Specimens
Materials
Plaster
Mid 20th Century Giant Faux Clam Shell
Located in Elkhart, IN
A large mid 20th century cast resin faux clam shell.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Composition
White Porcelain Clam Shell Trinket Box by Limoges
By Limoges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful white porcelain clam shell trinket box with bronze mounts by Piotet Limoges of France
Category
20th Century French Decorative Boxes
Materials
Porcelain
Silver Italian Clam Shell Duck by Gabriella Binazzi
By Gabriella Binazzi
Located in Hastings, GB
This beautiful clam shell duck designed and made by Gabriella Binazzi, Italy circa 1970s. The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Plate
Big Clam Shell Natural Specimen With Brass Pedestal. Iluminated
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
cutting the cable and leaving it as a simple decorative shell.
Its condition is excellent, both the shell
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Vintage 1970s Italian Other Natural Specimens
Materials
Brass
Organic Modernist Sculptural Clam Shell on Lucite Base Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful organic sculptural clam shell on a solid Lucite base. This piece is glamorous and
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Lucite
Italian Large Clam Shell Bowl in Brass
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A large bowl in brass shaped in the form of a clam shell standing on small feet. Great for pure
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Silver Plate Life Size Giant Clam Shell Sculpture
By D'argenta
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking life size giant clam shell sculpture or object of art having the iconic form and texture
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Monumental Clam Shell Resting On Antique Wrought Iron Plant Stand
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This a monumental clam shell displayed on a Victorian black wrought iron plant stand. Both are very
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Natural Specimens
Materials
Iron
H 8 in W 21.25 in D 13.5 in
Clam Shell Porcelain Bowl by Capodimonte, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A bowl by Capodimonte in ivory white porcelain divided in three sections with gold edges. Marked with sticker Visconti and the crowned N. Perfect for different snacks or jewelry.
No...
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Monumental Italian Hollywood Regency Solid Bronze Clam Shell
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a monumental Italian bronze clam shell sculpture. When examining the exterior, it almost
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Natural Specimens
Materials
Bronze
Pair Large Clam Shells or Seashells
Located in New York, NY
Pair Large Clam Shells or Seashells. Vintage Hollywood Regency style, nicely detailed casting in
Category
20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Aluminum
Natural Matching Pair Whole Complete Giant Clam Sea Shell Tridacna Gugas 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Beautiful complete natural specimen, Tridacna Gigantas / Giant Clam shell / fossil featuring
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Late 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
H 5.75 in W 6.5 in D 9.75 in
Italian White Ceramic Seashell Clam Shell Centerpiece Bowl
Located in New York, NY
An Italian white ceramic seashell clam shell centerpiece bowl, circa late-20th century, Italy. A
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Late 20th Century Italian Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Beautiful Mother of Pearl Irredescent Large Mussel Clam Half Shell
Located in San Diego, CA
As found Beautiful Mother of Pearl Irredescent Large Mussel Clam Half Shell , circa 1970's nice
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Decorative Bowls
Materials
Shell
Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell Seashell on Starfish Base Planter Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Giant Brass Nautical Clam Shell seashell on starfish base planter or sculpture. 13" wide x 10.5
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Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
H 10.5 in W 13 in D 10 in
Mid Century Clam Shell Porcelain Bowl by Capodimonte, Italy
By Capodimonte
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A shell bowl by Capodimonte in ivory white porcelain divided in three sections with gold edges
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Archimede Seguso Handblown Clear Murano Glass Clam Shell Centerpiece, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Miami, FL
Archimede Seguso blown thick clear Murano glass clam shell decorative bowl or centerpiece.
Italian
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Blown Glass
H 13 in W 13.5 in D 11 in
Antique Giant Clam Shell
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique giant clam shell, reclaimed from a garden and previously used as a fountain. Also known
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Country Garden Ornaments
Materials
Shell
Murano Clam Shell Art Glass Dish, Italy, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A handblown clam shell bowl in textured glass. Very natural looking piece close mimicking the real
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Blown Murano Glass Blue Goldenrod Clam Shell Shaped Catchall Bowl
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Italian blown Murano glass two-color blue and goldenrod Clam Shell shaped catchall, bowl or vide
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.75 in W 8.5 in D 6.5 in
Barovier Large Murano Glass Bowl Vase, Clam, Shell, Conchiglia iridized
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice an early glass centerpiece made and designed by Barovier.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
Seguso Murano Glass 1960s Clam shaped Shell Bowl, Italy
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Toronto, ON
decorative bowl resembles the shape of a clam. It was designed by Archimede Seguso and made in the 1960s in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Art Glass
Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Gold Flecks Art Glass Large Clam Shell Bowl
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Amazing hand blown clam shell bowl in cobalt blue glass with gold flecks. Attributed to Archimede
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf
H 4.93 in W 7.68 in D 5.52 in
Seguso Murano Red White Glass Large Clam Shell Bowl with Silver Flecks
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Barcelona, ES
Monumental hand blown Murano art glass clam shell bowl / ashtray in red and white with silver
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
Archimede Seguso Pink Murano Glass Bullicante Clam Shell Bowl with Gold Flecks
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural hand blown Murano art glass clam shell bowl in pink degrade and clear glass with inner
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 3.55 in
Vintage Murano 1970s Mouth Blown Shell Clam Bowl in Pink Alabastro Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Murano pink clam bowl. Mouth-blown in alabaster glass inspired by a seashell and has the
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
H 3.15 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
Large Finest Murano Glass Clam Shell Swirl Gold Dust Flecks Bowl, Catchall Italy
By Murano 5
Located in Miami, FL
Italian large finest Murano glass clam shell swirl gold dust flecks bowl, catchall.
No markings
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Murano Glass
H 3.5 in W 13 in D 9 in
Giant Clam on a Footed Base
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic large clam shell with graceful flowing lines and variegated organic colors. Presented on
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20th Century Solomon Islands Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Vintage Murano Pink Opal Shell Clam Bowl Mouth Blown Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Uncommon beautiful vintage Murano clam bowl. Mouth-blown in pink / pink glass in the shape of a
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
Luxuriant Liquid Amber And Silver Shards, Murano Glass Clam Shell Vase
By Seguso
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Beautiful hand crafted liquid amber clam shell vase, smothered with light reflecting shards of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Materials
Glass
No Reserve
H 3.25 in W 5.25 in D 3.5 in
Vintage Plaster and Resin Giant Tridacna Clam Shell Centerpiece/Vide Poche
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Faux giant Tridacna clam shell in cast/modeled plaster and resin (ca. 1940s/50s, USA).
Striking
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Resin, Plaster
H 7.75 in W 20.25 in D 16.75 in
Vintage Rare Italian Murano 1970s Shell Clam Bowl Purple Opal Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Murano clam bowl in a beautiful shade of purple. Mouth-blown glass in the shape of a clam
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Italian Murano Vetri 1970 Purple Opal Shell Clam Glass Bowl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Murano clam bowl in a beautiful shade of purple. Mouth-blown glass in the shape of a clam
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage 1970s Murano Pink Opal Shell Clam Bowl Mouth Blown Glass
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Murano clam bowl in pink and white shades. Mouth blown in opal glass in the shape of a clam
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
Extra Large Vintage Italian 70s Ceramic Handmade Shell Clam Bowl Sculpture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Italian clam sculpture / bowl in an extraordinary large size. Made of ceramic with a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
H 12.21 in W 13.78 in D 12.6 in
Pair Silver Metal Scalloped Clam Shell Vessel Bowl Planter Arthur Court Style
By Arthur Court
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage footed metal scalloped clam shell clamshell vases urns pots planters vessels
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Metal
Vintage Cenedese Signed Murano 1970 Purple Pink Opal Shell Clam Glass Bowl
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage Cenedese Murano bowl shaped like a clam. Mouth-blown in purple / pink opaline glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Murano Glass
H 2.56 in W 7.49 in D 6.7 in
Gigas Tridacna Large Shell
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful Gigas Tridacna (clam) shell.
It has a wonderful intact shape with a very white
Category
Early 20th Century North American Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
Kosta Boda Venus Clam
By Asa Jungnelius
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
shell after she is birthed from the sea. The Venus Clam is a decorative object with a dual role as a
Category
2010s Swedish Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Crystal
Antique Shell Shaped Scent Bottle
By Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders and James Francis Hollings Shepherd
Located in Baltimore, MD
Unusual Victorian porcelain scent bottle in the shape of a clam shell. The silver lid is stamped
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sculptures
Materials
Silver
MURANO Art Glass Sculpted SHELL
Located in Hawthorne, CA
A large-scale Italian mauve and deep black coloured art glass in the form of a giant clam shell
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass
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Decorative Clam Shells For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of decorative clam shells is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique decorative clam shells was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and murano glass. We have 118 antique and vintage decorative clam shells in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Decorative clam shells have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Decorative clam shells made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Palladio, Josiah Wedgwood and Arthur Court each produced beautiful decorative clam shells that are worth considering.
How Much are Decorative Clam Shells?
Decorative clam shells can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,080, while the lowest priced sells for $70 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.
Finding the Right decorative-objects for You
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.
Questions About Decorative Clam Shells
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