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Karl Springer Rare Sea Shell Mirror, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Rare wall-hanging mirror covered with sea shells arranged in a beautiful arc top pattern by Karl
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Wood
Giant South Sea Clam Shell
Located in Malibu, CA
and rare.
The shell is in good vintage condition with the exception of some natural imperfections as
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Indonesian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Shell
Giant South Sea Clam Shell
Located in Malibu, CA
unique and rare! The shell is in good vintage condition with the exception of some natural imperfections
Category
Antique 19th Century Asian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Shell
Rare Vintage Mid Century Lucite Bookends with Embedded Sea Shells
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage mid century lucite bookends with embedded shell. These 1960s gems are glamorous
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Lucite
19th Century New England Painted Wood Sea Shell Folly
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare and likely unique five tier shell folly in the form of a pyramid or temple filled with sea
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Nautical Objects
Materials
Shell, Wood
Queen Conch Shell Aliger Gigas Rare Souvenir Marine Arena Johns Pass Florida 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare marked mid century natural Queen Conch sea shell (Aliger gigas) souvenir from Marine Arena
Category
Late 20th Century Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell
H 5.5 in W 7.25 in D 8.25 in
Minton Porcelain Plate, Sea Shells by W. Mussill, Victorian, 1891
By Minton
Located in London, GB
artist Wenceslas (William) Mussill. The plate has an aquatic scene with sea shells in the centre and
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Sea Shell Sculpture in Vibrant Green Art Glass
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Alfredo Barbini Murano glass sea shell sculpture in vibrant green art glass. Another amazing and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Piero Fornasetti Set of Dinner Plates Decorated with Urchins and Sea Shells
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Downingtown, PA
Piero Fornasetti porcelain rare dinner plates decorated with sea anemones, urchins, and sea hells
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Rare 19th Century Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Shell Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
Each candlestick with a cream and mauve glazed porcelain conch shell issuing three naturalistic gilt
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Candelabras
Materials
Porcelain
Monumental and Rare Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Vessel with Sea Life Decor, 1950
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in New York, NY
shell handle, by Royal Copenhagen sculptor Knud Anderson. An exceptionally rare piece, both in its truly
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 20 in W 14.5 in D 12 in
Giant Victorian Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An extremely rare giant Victorian taxidermy Loggerhead sea turtle
England, 19th century
The
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Taxidermy
Materials
Tortoise Shell, Animal Skin, Epoxy Resin, Paint
"Under the Sea, " Large, Rare Art Deco Bowl by Thomson for Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson in the late 1940s. Here she depicts seaweed, coral, sea shells and brightly
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Clay
Sea Collection Of Four Decorative Specimens Of Maritime Natural Formations
Located in Miami, FL
maritime natural formations. They are very hard to see since come from the south seas area. The group is
Category
Early 20th Century South Asian Mid-Century Modern Taxidermy
Materials
Shell
Pair of Regency Shell Art Floral Bouquets under Glass Domes
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A ‘FANTASTICALLY’ RARE, EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY and MUSEUM QUALITY Pair of Regency Shell Art
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Natural Specimens
Materials
Shell, Glass, Mahogany
Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are
Category
Antique 1810s British Regency Tea Caddies
Materials
Shell
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H 5.91 in W 7.87 in D 5.12 in
French Encrusted Shell Grotto Side Table by Serge Roche for Maison Jansen, 1940
By Serge Roche, Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
encrusted with shells, sea life, starfish, abalone, mother of pearl and sea stones. It is composed of a wood
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Rock Crystal, Limestone, Marble, Wire
19th Century Unique Folk Art Guernsey Shell Diorama Display
Located in London, GB
. Filled with sea plants and wonderful selection of shells. This wall mounted display would look wonderful
Category
Antique 1880s British Folk Art Nautical Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Child Riding Mythological Hippocampus Sea Horse Composite Figural Lamps, Pair
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Mid-20th century rare and unique pair of figural lamps featuring a young child riding the majestic
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Composition
H 26.75 in W 12 in D 6 in
2 French Plaster Shell Chandeliers / Pendants by Jean Charles Moreux, 1930
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
sea shells by Jean Charles Moreux (1889-1956). Moreux was the first interior designer to bring the
Category
Vintage 1930s French Baroque Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plaster
Coco De Mer Shell circa 1900s Seychelles, Perfect for Your Wunderkammer
Located in London, GB
This is a particularly fine and large symmetrical example of a rare 19th century Coco de Mer Shell
Category
Antique 19th Century Seychellois Other Mounted Objects
Materials
Coconut
Coco De Mer Shell circa 1900s Seychelles, Perfect for Your Wunderkammer
Located in London, GB
This is a particularly fine and polished symmetrical example of a rare 19th century Coco de Mer
Category
Antique 19th Century Seychellois Other Natural Specimens
Materials
Coconut
Derby Porcelain Figure of Neptune and Dolphin on a Shell, ca 1785
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning porcelain figure of Neptune with a dolphin standing on a sea shell, made by
Category
Antique 1780s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
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H 6.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.25 in
Japanese Fine Antique Octopus Fishing Pot- Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
sea shell and coral encrusted surface areas
Dimensions: 12 inches tall and 9 1/2 inches diameter
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Garden Ornaments
Materials
Pottery
Rare Art Deco Ceramics Panel by René Buthaud
By René Buthaud
Located in Bridgewater, CT
mythological sea-goddess as a young girl riding a sea horse and holding a shell in her hand.
Titled and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
2 Pairs of Large French Mid-Century Modern Plaster Shell Sconces by Serge Roche
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Two Rare and dramatic pairs of French plaster wall lights in the form of sea shells by Serge Roche
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plaster
H 15.5 in W 18.25 in D 5.75 in
Small Agate with Amethyst Geode with Deep Purple Amethyst and Sea Blue Agate
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
large, deep purple amethyst crystals with the rare Golden Goethite, making it a truly unique and
Category
2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
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H 6 in W 6 in D 5.5 in
Rare German Frontispiece of Rumphius Cabinet of Curiosities, 1765
Located in Langweer, NL
engravings of sea shells and crustaceans.
The German edition of the book was financed by Johann Balthasar
Category
Antique 1760s Prints
Materials
Paper
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H 13 in W 8.63 in D 0 in
19th Century Victorian Rare Ashburton Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A superb, tall and elegant 19th century rare Victorian corbeled and panelled period fireplace in
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Marble
Rare Irish Armorial Pietra Dura Low Table with Seashells
By J. Darmanin & Sons
Located in New York, NY
panels of sea shells. Signed. On a later ebonized base. Note some wear to painted surface of base.
The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Maltese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
Chrysanthemum by Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Fish Server French Rare
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
by Tiffany & Co. This piece is a French style, pierced with sea horses and shells. It is extremely
Category
20th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Russian Avant Garde Constructivist Soviet Propaganda Poster by Miaziakin
Located in New York, NY
shipping the finished products. Unusual scallop sea shell with seaweed is depicted at bottom center left
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Art Deco Posters
Materials
Paper
H 24.44 in W 31.13 in D 0.07 in
Rare Antique Large Fountain - Luxury Reclaimed Italian Limestone Statue Fountain
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
towards the center. 4 cast iron sea shells and 32 mini globes gracefully decorate the limestone base. When
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Materials
Limestone, Wrought Iron
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H 124 in Dm 210 in
Rare Harold Ionson Seymour Federal Demilune Birdseye Commode Console Cabinet
By Thomas Seymour
Located in Dayton, OH
and superb sunburst / starburst top with nautical sea shell and cartouche theme. Includes silverware
Category
Late 20th Century Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Satinwood
H 51.5 in W 39.25 in D 24.5 in
Rare and Special Palatial Pair of Late 19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Mirrors
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in New York, NY
. Intricately designed sea shells on the top corners. All on a giltwood back.
In late 1739-early 1740 the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Giltwood, Porcelain
Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual
By Lerolle Freres
Located in Stamford, CT
Medusa. The top terminating in a large sea shell. A fine example of the period in a solid bronze case
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Wall Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Steel
A Rare Antique Swiss Gold & Enamel Jewelled Vinaigrette Box Late 18th C
Located in London, GB
enamelled with a variety of sea shells on a grass bank in bright colours of red, pink, yellow, green, blue
Category
Antique 1780s Swiss Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Materials
Gold
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H 0.32 in W 1.34 in D 1.07 in
An exquisite and rare early 19t C Spode cabinet cup and saucer circa 1830
Located in Central England, GB
and deeply gilded displays of exotic sea shells which are most unusual. This wonderful rare cup and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
An exquisite and rare early 19th century Spode cabinet cup and saucer circa 1830
By Spode
Located in Central England, GB
and deeply gilded displays of exotic sea shells which are most unusual. This wonderful rare cup and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 11 in W 15 in D 15 in
Rare Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Bureau Plat Attributed to Zwiener
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener
Located in New York, NY
with a fine bronze Apollo mask, the cabriole legs mounted with sea shell bronze designs with foliate
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 31 in W 80 in D 40.5 in
Rare Qing Dynasty K'o-Ssu "Cut Silk" Military Rank Badge with Bear
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare Qing Dynasty k'o-ssu ("cut silk") military rank badge with bear, late 18th or early 19th
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Textiles
Materials
Silk
Postmodern Design Handmade Nesting Table set by J. Berdou, France 1980's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
carved with natural forms that are reminiscent of sea shell shapes. Both tables are in good, all original
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Cast Stone, Metal
H 24.02 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
18th-century Seashell Engravings by Niccolo Gualtieri
By Niccolo Gualtier
Located in Downingtown, PA
Sea shell pair of engravings,
from Index Testarum Conchyliorum by Niccolo Gualtieri,
Engraved by
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Georgian Prints
Materials
Paper
Pair of Venetian Style Grotto Pedestals or Side Tables
Located in East Hampton, NY
Unique and rare pair of Venetian style grotto chairs with tripod bases and carved silvered sea
Category
Mid-20th Century Pedestals
Materials
Wood
English Brass Candelabra
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of heavy old English brass candelabra, each with two candleholders. A sea-life design
Category
Antique 19th Century English Candle Holders
Materials
Brass
1990s Coconut Wicker Low Lounge Chair by Clayton Tugonon for Snug
Located in Hollywood, FL
salvaged coconut stems, sea shells and wicker (possibly willow). A rare and sought after piece, not often
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Coconut
Pair Royal Worcester, Flight Barr & Barr Lidded Vases, 19th Century
By Royal Worcester
Located in Brighton, Sussex
, classical scrolling decoration with inset scenes of sea shells, raised and supported by a three gilded
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair French Modern Neoclassical Bronze Lounge Chairs, Style Armand Albert Rateau
By Armand Albert Rateau
Located in New York, NY
with the seats and backs formed by linked bronze fishes and the arms formed by linked bronze sea shells
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
H 40 in W 30.5 in D 24 in
Designer Clayton Tugonon Coconut Lounge Chair and Table Set By Snug
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
design, made from salvaged coconut stems, sea shells and rattan. A rare set and sought after 3 piece
Category
Early 2000s Philippine Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Coconut, Rattan
2 Pairs of French Mid-Century Plaster Sconces by Serge Roche, France, 1930
By Serge Roche
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Midcentury plaster sconces in the form of sea shells by legendary designer, Serge
Category
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Plaster
A Set of Four Antique Venetian Carved Grotto Ceiling Washers, Venice ca. 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
handcarved Venetian corner lamps in grotto design. Each with detailed sea shell carvings and a silver finish
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
H 7.09 in W 18.51 in D 13.78 in
Antique Venetian Carved Grotto Rocking Chair, ca. 1890
Located in Berghuelen, DE
sea shells, backrest supported by a sea horse. The base features fish heads and sea snakes on booth
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wood
Fossiliferous Crinoid Marble Sculpture Of Wild Horses
Located in New Orleans, LA
This impressive and unique sculpture transforms a highly rare fossiliferous crinoid marble specimen
Category
20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Huge Exceptional Irish Poseidon Chimneypiece
Located in London, GB
A rare Irish chimneypiece of grand proportions in statuary marble. The generous moulded shelf rests
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Irish Regency Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Statuary Marble
Pair of Early 19th Century Triton Candlesticks Storm Lanterns by Wood & Caldwell
By Wood & Caldwell
Located in London, GB
messenger of the sea, blowing a conch shell to calm or raise the waves.
In art and literature, Tritons have
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
H 21.26 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Red and Gold Lacquer Portable Tea Bucket and Cover Ryukyu Kingdom Okinawa
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and complete set of wood bucket with cinnabar lacquer and gold paint housing a pewter tea
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer
Materials
Pewter
Edouard Drouot Antique Large Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Boy Eating an Oyster
By Edouard Drouot
Located in New York, NY
his body, with his left arm raised to his mouth holding the mollusk in its half shell. Clad in just a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 26 in W 13 in D 8.5 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Six Persons
By Gibson & Langman
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
God Triton holding a trident with a sea shell to his shoulder and standing over a cornucopia*; often
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Plank Table in historical wood by Danish Fine Cabinetmaker Malte Gormsen
By Malte Gormsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
excelled. For three hours Flaadebatteri No. 1 was shelled in a direct confrontation with Lord Nelson, who
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
H 29.93 in W 110.24 in D 35.44 in
18th Century Copper Engraving by Lister
Located in Houston, TX
Framed large black and white engraving of sea shells by Lister. This very rare copper engraving
Category
Antique 18th Century English Decorative Art
Materials
Paper
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Rare Sea Shells For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of rare sea shells available for sale. The range of distinct rare sea shells — often made from ceramic, metal and wood — can elevate any home. Rare sea shells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of rare sea shells to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Art Deco and mid-century modern rare sea shells are of considerable interest. Many rare sea shells are appealing in their simplicity, but Belleek Pottery Ltd., Anna-Lisa Thomson and Cambridge Glass Company produced popular rare sea shells that are worth a look.
How Much are Rare Sea Shells?
Prices for rare sea shells start at $175 and top out at $410,410 with the average selling for $6,656.
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