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Antique Organic Turtle Shell
Antique Organic Turtle Shell

Antique Organic Turtle Shell

$7,150

H 23.5 in W 18.5 in D 6.5 in

Antique Organic Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty antique sea turtle shell or carapace with its iconic variegated color scheme and ocean inspired form, polished and ready to be hung.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

Vintage Boho Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Scagliola Turtle Shell
Vintage Boho Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Scagliola Turtle Shell

Vintage Boho Artisanal Pigmented Plaster Scagliola Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This monumental artisanal sculpture is a masterclass in organic Postmodern design, utilizing the sophisticated scagliola technique to recreate the intricate beauty of a giant sea tur...

Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Paint

Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell
Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Vintage Italian Scagliola Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage Italian scagliola turtle shell is a masterfully executed decorative object, channeling the timeless appeal of a 19th-century cabinet of curiosities. Hand-crafted from pi...

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Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Mounted Objects

Materials

Plaster, Sea turtle

Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisan Made Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell
Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisan Made Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Vintage Italian Scagliola Artisan Made Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This large-scale artisan-made turtle shell is a stunning example of the Italian scagliola technique, where pigmented plaster is meticulously layered to mimic the organic complexity o...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster, Sea turtle

Vintage Italian Scagliola Gilt Tipped Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell
Vintage Italian Scagliola Gilt Tipped Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Vintage Italian Scagliola Gilt Tipped Pigmented Plaster Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite large-scale turtle shell sculpture is a masterwork of Italian scagliola, a traditional technique where pigmented plaster is meticulously marbled to mimic the complexit...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Plaster, Sea turtle

20th Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Inlays & Mounts
20th Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Inlays & Mounts

20th Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Inlays & Mounts

$5,960Sale Price|20% Off

H 57.49 in W 36.23 in D 19.69 in

20th Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Inlays & Mounts

Located in Miami, FL

The high price and high demand for furniture with sea turtle shell are explained by the shortage of material, it was necessary to import (usually Central) and, for their work, a high...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Buffets

Materials

Bronze

18th Original Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Carey Inlays
18th Original Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Carey Inlays

18th Original Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Carey Inlays

Located in Miami, FL

The high price and high demand for furniture with sea turtle shell are explained by the shortage of material, it was necessary to import (usually Central) and, for their work, a high...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Buffets

Materials

Bronze

Italian style "bargueño". Tortoiseshell, wood, bronze. 18th century.
Italian style "bargueño". Tortoiseshell, wood, bronze. 18th century.

Italian style "bargueño". Tortoiseshell, wood, bronze. 18th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

The high price and high demand for furniture with sea turtle shell can be explained by the scarcity of material, which was essential to import (usually from Central America) and that...

Category

Antique 18th Century European Neoclassical Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.
Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.

Bargueño. Tortoiseshell, gilt bronze, wrought iron, etc. 17th and 20th c.

Located in Madrid, ES

The high price and demand for furniture made with sea turtle shells can be explained by the scarcity of the material, which had to be imported (usually from Central America), and the...

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Other, Iron

Penshell and Silvered Bronze Turtle Sculpture
Penshell and Silvered Bronze Turtle Sculpture

Penshell and Silvered Bronze Turtle Sculpture

$3,850

H 3.5 in W 13.5 in D 10 in

Penshell and Silvered Bronze Turtle Sculpture

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Penshell, a type of marine shell, was widely used in decorative arts as an ethical and sustainable alternative to genuine tortoiseshell, which historically contributed to the decline...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

$7,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.74 in W 4.53 in D 3.15 in

Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver

Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique 1810s British Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Shell

Tortoiseshell and Silver Jewellery Box William Comyns
Tortoiseshell and Silver Jewellery Box William Comyns

Tortoiseshell and Silver Jewellery Box William Comyns

$12,856

H 5.52 in W 7.68 in D 5.52 in

Tortoiseshell and Silver Jewellery Box William Comyns

By William Comyns

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver

Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns
Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns

Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns

By William Comyns

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Silver

Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy

Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

French Napoleon III Boulle Tea Caddy
French Napoleon III Boulle Tea Caddy

French Napoleon III Boulle Tea Caddy

$8,890

H 5.52 in W 6.11 in D 6.11 in

French Napoleon III Boulle Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Tea Caddies

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery
Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery

Antique English Victorian Boulle Inkwell by JC Vickery

By J. C. Vickery

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

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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.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Indonesian 1930's Sea Turtle Shell
Indonesian 1930's Sea Turtle Shell

Indonesian 1930's Sea Turtle Shell

Located in New York, NY

This dark brown sea turtle shell has wonderful two tone markings as shown.

Category

Vintage 1930s Indonesian Decorative Art

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.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle, Shell

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 14.97 in W 13.39 in D 3.15 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 12.6 in W 9.85 in D 3.15 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

Extremely Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
Extremely Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Extremely Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

Very large 20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

Green Sea Turtle Shell
Green Sea Turtle Shell

Green Sea Turtle Shell

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H 33 in W 19 in D 5 in

Green Sea Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Large Green turtle shell or carapace with its iconic form and lush variegated colors, one of mother nature's sculptural masterpieces.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand
20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand

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H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand

Located in Casteren, NL

Large turtle shell on Stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

IMPRESSIVE Sea TURTLE LAMP
IMPRESSIVE Sea TURTLE LAMP

IMPRESSIVE Sea TURTLE LAMP

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H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 9.85 in

IMPRESSIVE Sea TURTLE LAMP

Located in Antwerp, BE

Large Sea Turtle Shell Brass Black Laminate France 1970s H 80 cm L 55 cm D 25 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Two Large Marine Turtle Shells or Carapaces, 19th Century
Two Large Marine Turtle Shells or Carapaces, 19th Century

Two Large Marine Turtle Shells or Carapaces, 19th Century

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Wonderful collection of two large 19th century sea turtle shells or carapaces having reverse mounts for wall hanging.

Category

Antique 19th Century Taxidermy

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 had been for decades, now available for purchase it is a wonderful and very large s...

Category

Mid-20th Century Pacific Islands Natural Specimens

Materials

Tortoise Shell

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 detailing its early 20th century history.

Category

20th Century Philippine British Colonial Decorative Art

Materials

Tortoise Shell, 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.

Category

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 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 and unusually large size.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

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 profound sculptural achievements with iconic form and variegated finish.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American 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 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 variegated color tones.

Category

Antique 19th Century Caribbean Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

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, and formidable size.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

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 of Mother nature's most iconic creations.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Large Green Turtle Shell
Large Green Turtle Shell

Large Green Turtle Shell

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H 35 in W 26 in D 12 in

Large Green Turtle Shell

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout large hand polished green turtle shell or carapace with its iconic form and lush variegated organic colors. Truly one of mother nature's most ingenious designs.

Category

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 and variegated color scheme.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

Vintage Boho Authentic Turtle Shell
Vintage Boho Authentic Turtle Shell

Vintage Boho Authentic Turtle Shell

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H 6.5 in W 24.5 in D 22.25 in

Vintage Boho Authentic Turtle Shell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Introduce a unique, natural element to your decor with this Vintage Boho Authentic Turtle Shell. Featuring a genuine turtle shell, this piece embodies bohemian charm and organic beau...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Taxidermy

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.

Category

Early 20th Century American British Colonial Decorative Art

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 the 1920s, a young sailor named G. Robert Kammerer aboard a steamship acquired this s...

Category

Early 20th Century Oceanic Victorian Natural Specimens

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 of Mother Nature's most iconic forms.  

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

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 sculptural form.

Category

Early 20th Century Caribbean Edwardian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Regency turtle shell spoon box  Holland 1835
Regency turtle shell spoon box  Holland 1835

Regency turtle shell spoon box Holland 1835

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H 1.97 in W 8.27 in D 5.91 in

Regency turtle shell spoon box Holland 1835

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beautiful Antique 19 Century Dutch Spoon Box . .Nice curved shape. comes with its original interior . Silver details .Still in a good condition . no cracks .

Category

Antique 1830s Dutch Regency Decorative Boxes

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 shell.

Category

Antique 19th Century Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Rare Pair of Vintage Turtle Shell Sconces
Rare Pair of Vintage Turtle Shell Sconces

Rare Pair of Vintage Turtle Shell Sconces

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Rare pair of turtle shells polished to a warm glow and crafted into sconces. Here is a unique way to appreciate the aesthetics of Mother Nature and mood by lighting an interior. Newl...

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

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 shell.

Category

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 shell.

Category

Antique 19th Century 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 turtles and would be captured to take on board the merchant ships of the 19th century...

Category

Antique 19th Century South American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sea 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

* * *Our company policy is not to ship any taxidermy items to the USA. We apologise from any inconvenience this may cause. * * * A stunning late 19th century “blond” turtle shell. T...

Category

Antique 19th Century South American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Sea turtle

Large Solid Brass Sea Turtle with Internal Compartment
Large Solid Brass Sea Turtle with Internal Compartment

Large Solid Brass Sea Turtle with Internal Compartment

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Solid brass sea turtle with removable shell to expose internal compartment, American, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

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 color tones. One of mother nature's most ingenious creations.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Sea turtle

Brass Turtle
Brass Turtle

Brass Turtle

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H 8 in W 26 in D 19 in

Brass Turtle

Located in New York, NY

Rare life-size brass sea turtle with removable shell top. Highly detailed patterning on turtle's body completes the realistic look, down to the wrinkles on its neck and the highly e...

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Rare Georgian Red Tortoiseshell & Silver Tea Caddy
Rare Georgian Red Tortoiseshell & Silver Tea Caddy

Rare Georgian Red Tortoiseshell & Silver Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

The term “Tortoiseshell” describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy su...

Category

Antique 18th Century British Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver

Antique English Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Antique English Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Antique English Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

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H 5.71 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in

Antique English Regency Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Tea Caddies

Materials

Shell

Antique English Georgian Blonde Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Antique English Georgian Blonde Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Antique English Georgian Blonde Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Regency Boulle Tortoiseshell Tea Chest
Antique Regency Boulle Tortoiseshell Tea Chest

Antique Regency Boulle Tortoiseshell Tea Chest

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H 8.27 in W 11.42 in D 5.52 in

Antique Regency Boulle Tortoiseshell Tea Chest

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Tea Caddies

Materials

Brass, Pewter

George III English Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
George III English Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

George III English Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

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H 4.34 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in

George III English Red Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance c...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Tea Caddies

Materials

Shell, Wood

Antique English Victorian Boulle Photo Frame by Vickery
Antique English Victorian Boulle Photo Frame by Vickery

Antique English Victorian Boulle Photo Frame by Vickery

By John Collard Vickery, Asprey International Limited

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Picture Frames

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Centerpiece Bowl in the Baroque Style
19th Century French Gilt Bronze Centerpiece Bowl in the Baroque Style

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Centerpiece Bowl in the Baroque Style

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional antique (19th century) French gilt bronze centerpiece in the neoclassical Baroque style, with shaped bowl with neoclassical figures in a central cartouche inside and bas-...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Oversized English Boulle Inkstand
Oversized English Boulle Inkstand

Oversized English Boulle Inkstand

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H 3.55 in W 10.44 in D 10.44 in

Oversized English Boulle Inkstand

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Brass

Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame

Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame

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H 9.45 in W 7.48 in D 0.39 in

Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame

By Henry Atkin

Located in Northampton, GB

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance cal...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Picture Frames

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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 traveled the world now available to its new home.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Sea turtle

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 22.45 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 14.97 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 15.75 in W 14.57 in D 3.15 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 1.97 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 25.2 in W 15.36 in D 1.97 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 24.81 in W 15.75 in D 1.97 in

20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating, circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand
Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

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H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 7.09 in

Large 20th Century Sea Turtle Shell Shield on Stand

Located in Casteren, NL

20th century sea turtle shell shield on new stand. Originates Indonesia, dating circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Taxidermy

Old Sea Turtle Shell - 25" h x 21 1/2" w x 6" d
Old Sea Turtle Shell - 25" h x 21 1/2" w x 6" d

Old Sea Turtle Shell - 25" h x 21 1/2" w x 6" d

Located in Rochester, NY

Old large green sea turtle shell carapace showing good signs of age and beautiful color.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Sea turtle

Vintage Sea Turtle-Shaped Covered Casserole Serving Bowl by Clay City Pottery
Vintage Sea Turtle-Shaped Covered Casserole Serving Bowl by Clay City Pottery

Vintage Sea Turtle-Shaped Covered Casserole Serving Bowl by Clay City Pottery

Located in San Diego, CA

This beautiful stoneware piece features a matted blue and green glaze, with a textured, sculpted surface, mimicking the appearance of a sea turtle's shell and skin. It is in very goo...

Category

Late 20th Century American Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Resin Sea Turtles Mounted on Lucite Base by Jean Roy Designs
Pair of Resin Sea Turtles Mounted on Lucite Base by Jean Roy Designs

Pair of Resin Sea Turtles Mounted on Lucite Base by Jean Roy Designs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Simply the best of both worlds enjoy the beauty of these sea turtle shells without hurting this magnificent creature or risking this endangered species.

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Resin

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 to be enjoyed for generations to come.

Category

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

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Sea Turtle Shell For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sea turtle shell you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each sea turtle shell for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, sea turtle and bone. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sea turtle shell, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right sea turtle shell, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Sea Turtle Shell?

A sea turtle shell can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,750, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $8,900.