Sailors Valentine

Charming vintage sailors valentine ambitiously handcrafted with exotic seashells in a floral and geometric composition and presented in a mahogany octagon shadowbox.

Charming vintage sailors valentine ambitiously handcrafted with exotic seashells in a floral and geometric composition and presented in a mahogany octagon shadowbox.

Enchanting 19th century English Sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashell lovingly arranged around an image of a schooner under a convex lens.

Enchanting 19th century English Sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashell lovingly arranged around an image of a schooner under a convex lens.

Charming antique sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells in a star form with a rocky coastline image under a convex oval lens.

Charming antique sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells in a star form with a rocky coastline image under a convex oval lens.

Rare and unusual English 19th century sailors valentine handcrafted with exotic seashells.

Rare and unusual English 19th century sailors valentine handcrafted with exotic seashells.

Enchanting 19th century English sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells, in horse shoe form, lovingly arranged around an image of a steamship under a convex lens.

Enchanting 19th century English sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells, in horse shoe form, lovingly arranged around an image of a steamship under a convex lens.

Charming 19th century English Sailors valentine handcrafted in star form with exotic seashells lovingly arranged around an image of a sailing ship under a convex lens.

Charming 19th century English Sailors valentine handcrafted in star form with exotic seashells lovingly arranged around an image of a sailing ship under a convex lens.

Spectacular Sailors Valentines micro sea shells treasure box.

Unique fabulous Sailors Valentines micro sea shells treasure box with central flower.

Antique British Colonial Sea Shell encrusted Sailors Valentines with shells in a domed glass.

Antique Mediterranean Sailors Valentines small sea shell encrusted box with a view of Mediterranean coast.

Exquisite American folk art sea shells Sailors Valentines octagon with central purple agate , sea shell flowers and a butterfly.

Charming pair of 19th century British colonial sailors valentines handcrafted in exotic seashells around an image of a schooner under glass.

Charming pair of 19th century British colonial sailors valentines handcrafted in exotic seashells around an image of a schooner under glass.

Two enchanting 19th century sailors valentine having a rare form hand decorated with exotic seashells, one around an image of a man and woman in a rowboat and the other around an ima...

Two enchanting 19th century sailors valentine having a rare form hand decorated with exotic seashells, one around an image of a man and woman in a rowboat and the other around an ima...

Charming 19th Century English heart form sailors valentine ambitiously handcrafted with exotic seashells around a sailboat image as seen through a glass lens.

Antique Sailors Valentines sea Shell box with department for matches.

Beautiful antique sea shell Sailors Valentines with an antique image of ship under convex glass.

Fabulous vintage sea shell Sailors Valentines of meticulously arranged sea shell flowers and pearls.

Great set of 4 Sailors Valentines sea shell encrusted boxes and photo frames.

Charming 19th century English sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells, in a diamond or square form, ambitiously arranged around an image of sailing ships under a convex lens.

Charming 19th century English sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells, in a diamond or square form, ambitiously arranged around an image of sailing ships under a convex lens.

Large impressive British colonial style sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells ambitiously arranged around a heart with an anchor and a message of hope.

Large impressive British colonial style sailors valentine handcrafted in exotic seashells ambitiously arranged around a heart with an anchor and a message of hope.

Antque collectible Sailors Valentines sea Shell encrusted miniature commode/ box.

Sailor's Valentines by John Fondas, With SlipcaseNew York: Rizzoli International Publications, 2002.

Exquisite work American folk art tiny shells arrangement of Sailors Valentines with central cameo.

Very much in the manner of mid 19th century sailors valentines, this example being from around the last quarter of the 20th century. 41cm at widest point 6.5cm in depth

Charming custom seashell wall art inspired by traditional sailor’s valentines, featuring a beautifully arranged radial design of natural shells in soft blush, cream, and ivory tones.

A beautiful sailor’s valentine with intricate shellwork under glass, in an octagonal mahogany case with raised shell decoration carved by master cabinetmaker Donald Dunlap of Antrim,...

A Sailor's Keepsake: The Art of the Barbados Shell Valentine This beautiful, octagonal, hinged box is a superb example of an antique Double Sailor's Valentine, a sentimental gift cr...

A superb Folk Art sailors valentine Tramp Art keepsake box. Wide in form, this beautiful Primitive wood carved box features the letters S and M with a heart between on both sides.

Splendid Handpainted butterfly collage on paper, signed and dated 2003. In a unique handmade sea shell encrusted frame.

Sailor's Keepsake: Edwardian Shellwork Valentine Diorama 🐚 ________________________________________ This is a charming and historically evocative Edwardian Shellwork Diorama, a clas...

Lovely oval Sailors Valentine-esque shell mirror from Nantucket meticulous hand crafted with assorted shells on thick wooden frame.

A charming and highly decorative British sailor’s shellwork Valentine in the form of an anchor, beautifully adorned with an array of natural shells and centred by a heart-shaped pin ...

Framed in a warm wood frame, this piece leans more organic and collected than traditional sailor’s valentines—perfect for adding a curated, Old Florida touch to any space

A Heartfelt Salute: A Sailor's "Woolie" of Nations Circa 1880 This vibrant and distinctive piece is a prime example of sailor's woolwork, often referred to as a "woolie," a popular ...

The artisanal craftsmanship transforms a functional garden object into a sculptural work of art, evoking the whimsical spirit of a traditional "Sailor's Valentine." Whether displayed...

A masterclass in artisanal folk art, this hutch is meticulously adorned with thousands of hand-applied sea shells—including scallops, mussels, and cowries—arranged in intricate geome...

Drawing inspiration from 19th-century "Sailor’s Valentines," the circular frame is entirely encrusted with a breathtaking array of natural sea shells, including polished cowries, spi...

Resume: Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Schodack Landing, NY EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockpor...

Resume Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Upstate New York EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockport, M...

Resume: Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Schodack Landing, NY EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockpor...

Resume: Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Schodack Landing, NY EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockpor...

Resume: Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Schodack Landing, NY EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockpor...

Resume: Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Schodack Landing, NY EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockpor...

Reminiscent of classic European shell grottoes and the tradition of Sailor’s Valentines, this hanging light celebrates organic beauty through exceptional craftsmanship.

Resume Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Upstate New York EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockport, M...

Resume Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Upstate New York EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockport, M...

Resume Born 1958, Glen Cove, New York Lives in Upstate New York EDUCATION 1998 Penland School of Crafts, Penland, North Carolina 1988 The Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockport, M...