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Antique Turtle Shells

Three Antique Turtle Shell Bellows, Priced Individually
Three Antique Turtle Shell Bellows, Priced Individually

Three Antique Turtle Shell Bellows, Priced Individually

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Here is an unusual and rare trio of functioning antique bellows crafted in wood leather and turtle

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Nautical Objects

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century Antique Chinese Turtle Shell Vanity Mirror
19th Century Antique Chinese Turtle Shell Vanity Mirror

19th Century Antique Chinese Turtle Shell Vanity Mirror

$6,450Sale Price|40% Off

H 26.5 in W 21.5 in D 11 in

19th Century Antique Chinese Turtle Shell Vanity Mirror

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Here is a rare and unusual antique, Chinese vanity mirror presented in a turtle shell. The mirror

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Table Mirrors

Materials

Marine turtle

Pair of Vintage Turtles with Antique Blue and White Porcelain Mosaic Shells
Pair of Vintage Turtles with Antique Blue and White Porcelain Mosaic Shells

Pair of Vintage Turtles with Antique Blue and White Porcelain Mosaic Shells

Located in Yonkers, NY

A pair of vintage decorative turtles, each designed with a pale composite body and a shell

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Plaster

Figure in Bronze with Medal Patina "Muse Des Bois" After Henri-Louis Levasseur
Figure in Bronze with Medal Patina "Muse Des Bois" After Henri-Louis Levasseur

Figure in Bronze with Medal Patina "Muse Des Bois" After Henri-Louis Levasseur

Located in Paris, FR

holds an antique lyre made from a turtle shell and goat horns. Her right arm extended in the air

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Antique 1890s French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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Large Antique Turtle Shell
Large Antique Turtle Shell

Large Antique Turtle Shell

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H 26 in W 23 in L 26 in

Large Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Antique turtle shell with familiar iconic patterns and form that are complete with a plaque

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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Decorative Art

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 23 in W 21 in D 7 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

An antique turtle shell proudly displaying one of mother nature's most iconic designs with its

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Early 20th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Large Antique Turtle Shell
Large Antique Turtle Shell

Large Antique Turtle Shell

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H 40 in W 32 in D 10 in

Large Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive large antique turtle shell or carapace putting on display one of mother natures most

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell Carapace
Antique Turtle Shell Carapace

Antique Turtle Shell Carapace

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H 22 in W 20 in D 8 in

Antique Turtle Shell Carapace

Located in Bradenton, FL

A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen Authentic antique turtle

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Antique 19th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Whimsical Hand Painted Antique Turtle Shell
Whimsical Hand Painted Antique Turtle Shell

Whimsical Hand Painted Antique Turtle Shell

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H 27 in W 20.75 in D 11 in

Whimsical Hand Painted Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Charleston, SC

Whimsical hand painted antique turtle shell.

Category

20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Shell

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 31 in W 25 in L 31 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Turtle shell displaying one of mother nature's most iconic creations with classic color patterns

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace
Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 16 in W 13.5 in D 4.5 in

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Striking antique Hawksbill or turtle shell with iconic mother nature created form and incomparable

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Antique 19th Century Caribbean Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace
Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 19 in W 12 in D 5 in

Antique Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Intriguing turtle shell created by mother nature with its iconic form and variegated palette. In

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Early 20th Century Oceanic Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Organic Turtle Shell
Antique Organic Turtle Shell

Antique Organic Turtle Shell

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H 29.5 in W 24 in D 7.5 in

Antique Organic Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Large antique turtle shell with its iconic form and lush variegated brown colors.

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Sea turtle

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell
Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

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H 27 in W 23 in D 8 in

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

Located in Bradenton, FL

A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen. Authentic antique turtle

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Antique 19th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell
Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

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H 29 in W 23 in D 6 in

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell

Located in Bradenton, FL

A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen. Authentic antique turtle

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Antique 19th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell
Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

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H 16 in W 11 in D 4.5 in

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare antique Hawksbill turtle shell with a striking form and variegated natural organic tones. One

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Wall Mount Turtle Shell
Antique Wall Mount Turtle Shell

Antique Wall Mount Turtle Shell

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H 25.5 in W 21.5 in D 7.5 in

Antique Wall Mount Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive 19th Century wall mount green turtle shell or carapace with its iconic sculptural form

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell
Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

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H 16 in W 15 in L 16 in

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Authentic antique tortoise shell displaying one of mother nature's most iconic designs.

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Early 20th Century American British Colonial Decorative Art

Materials

Sea turtle

Large Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell
Large Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

Large Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

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H 27 in W 19 in D 7 in

Large Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Large antique Hawksbill turtle shell with a striking form and variegated natural organic tones. One

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell
Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell

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H 35 in W 25 in D 13 in

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Here we present a rare giant sea turtle shell with its organic form and variegated colors. One of

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Giant Sea Turtle Shell, Antique Natural History Specimen
Giant Sea Turtle Shell, Antique Natural History Specimen

Giant Sea Turtle Shell, Antique Natural History Specimen

Located in Rochester, NY

Antique sea turtle shell carapace, natural history specimen. Great vintage condition with

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Antique Early 1900s Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle, Shell

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace
Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 19 in W 13.5 in D 5 in

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout antique hawksbill turtle shell with its iconic variegated color tones and sea inspired

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Early 20th Century Caribbean Edwardian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell
Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

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H 19 in W 16 in D 4 in

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A prime example of one of mother natures most iconic creations with its organic form and alluring variegated design.

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20th Century American Edwardian Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell
Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

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H 16 in W 16 in D 4 in

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Antique authentic turtle shell with a luxurious buffed finish and an intriguing asymmetrical form

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Antique Early 1900s Philippine British Colonial Natural Specimens

Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace
Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace

Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 44 in W 33 in D 14 in

Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive antique gigantic turtle shell with its iconic variegated color tones, sea inspired form

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell
Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

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H 22.45 in W 17.33 in D 8.27 in

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century South American Nautical Objects

Materials

Marine turtle

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell
Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

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H 25.2 in W 19.3 in D 8.27 in

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century South American Victorian Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890
Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890

Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning antique late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American

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Antique 19th Century South American Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell on Mounted Stand, circa 1890
Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell on Mounted Stand, circa 1890

Antique 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell on Mounted Stand, circa 1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning antique late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American

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Antique 19th Century South American Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

Antique Victorian Turtle Shell with Natural Barnacles
Antique Victorian Turtle Shell with Natural Barnacles

Antique Victorian Turtle Shell with Natural Barnacles

Located in Palm Beach, FL

The iconic form of the turtle shell, out done only by its own distinct variegated colors and

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Very Large Turtle Shell Or Carpace
Very Large Turtle Shell Or Carpace

Very Large Turtle Shell Or Carpace

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H 11 in W 26.5 in D 32 in

Very Large Turtle Shell Or Carpace

Located in Bradenton, FL

Immense antique 19th century taxidermy turtle shell with variegated color tones. Beautiful natural

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Antique 19th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand
19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century South American Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890
19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890

19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, circa 1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century South American Natural Specimens

Materials

Marine turtle

19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand
19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century South American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sea turtle

"Blonde" Turtle Shell on a Silver Plated Mount, A. Redmile, London, circa 1970
"Blonde" Turtle Shell on a Silver Plated Mount, A. Redmile, London, circa 1970

"Blonde" Turtle Shell on a Silver Plated Mount, A. Redmile, London, circa 1970

By J. Antony Redmile

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell later mounted on a silver plated stand by the

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20th Century English Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand
Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

Late 19th Century "Blonde" Turtle Shell, on a Lamp Mounted Stand

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

inconvenience this may cause. * * * A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were

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Antique 19th Century South American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sea turtle

Stunning Late 19th Century “Blond” Turtle Shell
Stunning Late 19th Century “Blond” Turtle Shell

Stunning Late 19th Century “Blond” Turtle Shell

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H 25.6 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in

Stunning Late 19th Century “Blond” Turtle Shell

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century Nautical Objects

19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, c.1890
19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, c.1890

19th Century Victorian "Blonde" Turtle Shell On Mounted Stand, c.1890

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique late-19th Century “blond” turtle shell. These turtle shells were South American river

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Taxidermy

Materials

Metal

Antique Napoleon III Jardiniere with Turtle Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Inlays
Antique Napoleon III Jardiniere with Turtle Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Inlays

Antique Napoleon III Jardiniere with Turtle Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Inlays

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant 19th century Napoleon III turtle shell with mother-of-pearl inlays and bronze mounts

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Jar...

Large Antique Tortoise Shell on Stand
Large Antique Tortoise Shell on Stand

Large Antique Tortoise Shell on Stand

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H 39 in W 32 in D 11 in

Large Antique Tortoise Shell on Stand

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Very Unique Antique Green Turtle Shell. This Piece was acquired from a private collection where it

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Mid-20th Century Pacific Islands Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Tortoise Shell
Tortoise Shell

Tortoise Shell

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H 26 in W 21 in D 9 in

Tortoise Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive antique hand polished tortoise shell with its iconic form and classic variegated organic

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 11 in W 9 in D 3 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Antique turtle shell with the familiar shape and featuring patterns and textures that only mother

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Antique 19th Century American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Large Antique Turtle Shell
Large Antique Turtle Shell

Large Antique Turtle Shell

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H 26 in W 22 in D 7 in

Large Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Authentic antique turtle shell buffed and polished displaying one of mother nature's most iconic

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Antique 19th Century American British Colonial Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 24 in W 12 in D 6 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Authentic turtle shell buffed and polished, displaying one of mother nature's most iconic designs

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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 25 in W 19.5 in D 7.5 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Turtle shell or carapace with a lush color, captivating design, and classic form.

Category

Early 20th Century American British Colonial Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell

Antique Turtle Shell

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H 34 in W 29 in D 10 in

Antique Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Large antique turtle carapace turtle shell with its iconic form and lush variegated color scheme

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell or Carapace
Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell or Carapace

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 37.5 in W 29 in D 10 in

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive antique sea turtle shell with its iconic form and subtle variegated color tones, once

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell
Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

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H 19 in W 13 in D 6 in

Antique Authentic Turtle Shell

By Joseph Malekan

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Interesting authentic turtle shell professionally mounted on a Elagent Crome base ,clean and seal

Category

20th Century American Mounted Objects

Materials

Metal

Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace
Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

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H 16 in W 14 in D 4 in

Hawksbill Turtle Shell or Carapace

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare and remarkable antique Hawksbill shell with its iconic variegated colors and distinctive sea

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s
Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s

Antique Japanese Wooden Netsuke 'Turtles and Shell', 1920s

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique netsuke made in Japan around Taisho period 1920s. This netsuke was made by

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Sea Turtles on Stands
Pair of Antique Sea Turtles on Stands

Pair of Antique Sea Turtles on Stands

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H 23 in W 16 in D 6 in

Pair of Antique Sea Turtles on Stands

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a pair of antique sea turtles of different sizes on Lucite and metal stands.

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Vintage 1920s American Taxidermy

Materials

Metal

19th Century Italian Fish Sculpture from Antique Elements
19th Century Italian Fish Sculpture from Antique Elements

19th Century Italian Fish Sculpture from Antique Elements

Located in Dallas, TX

Very unique 19th century Italian fish sculpture made from antique elements. Includes a tortoise

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Antique 19th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Wood, Marine turtle

Antique Giant Blonde South American River Turtle Carapace, circa 1880
Antique Giant Blonde South American River Turtle Carapace, circa 1880

Antique Giant Blonde South American River Turtle Carapace, circa 1880

By Contemporary Shells Inc. 1

Located in London, GB

Antique example from circa 1880, bears the scars and patina of over 120 years and more. The shell

Category

Antique 1880s Brazilian International Style Taxidermy

Materials

Marine turtle

Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Found in France
Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Found in France

Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Found in France

Located in Houston, TX

An exceptional piece discovered in France, this antique taxidermy tortoise is in remarkable

Category

Early 20th Century French Taxidermy

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Large Turtle Shell
Large Turtle Shell

Large Turtle Shell

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H 30.5 in W 28 in D 10 in

Large Turtle Shell

Located in High Point, NC

Nice old large antique turtle shell with brown varnished finish

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Shell
Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Shell

Antique Taxidermy Sea Turtle Tortoise Shell

Located in Houston, TX

Found during our recent time in France, we instantly fell for this sea turtle we lovingly have

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Early 20th Century French Taxidermy

Materials

Tortoise Shell

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Located in Austin, TX

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Located in Antwerp, BE

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Monumental 19th Century Indian Building Facade

Located in Chicago, IL

This magnificent building facade was once part of a grand mansion in Gujarat, India. It is entirely made from Teakwood, which is highly resistant to insects and to water. Originally,...

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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Architectural Elements

Materials

Teak

Chinese Reverse Painted Glass and Hardwood Table Screen
Chinese Reverse Painted Glass and Hardwood Table Screen

Chinese Reverse Painted Glass and Hardwood Table Screen

Located in Austin, TX

An unusual table screen featuring a reverse glass painted portrait of a young noble lady set into a hardwood frame and stand. The beautiful maiden has a round face with a high foreh...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Paintings and Screens

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Glass, Hardwood

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Export Gilt Black Lacquer Table 3 Drawer Desk 1850
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Export Gilt Black Lacquer Table 3 Drawer Desk 1850

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Export Gilt Black Lacquer Table 3 Drawer Desk 1850

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique gilt-wood & black lacquer Chinese Export Qing dynasty table desk, circa 1850. The table top is finely hand-painted to the top with a gilded landscape scene, depicting ...

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Antique 1850s Chinese Qing Furniture

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Giltwood, Lacquer

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Antique Turtle Shells For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique turtle shells for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique turtle shells was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, bone and tortoise shell. Antique turtle shells have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian antique turtle shells are consistently popular styles. Antique turtle shells have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Joseph Malekan are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Turtle Shells?

Antique turtle shells can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,950, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $8,900.