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Rare Seashells

Paavo Tynell Pair of Large Seashell Wall Scones in Full Brass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of large, commissioned, and extremely rare Seashell wall lamps, designed by Paavo Tynell and
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Hermès Silk Scarf Mosaic Seashells Twilly Orange Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
" (Mosaic Seashells) This rare pattern was designed by Anne Gavarni in the 60's This twilly version is a
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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Rare Willy Daro Brass and Seashell Table Lamps, circa 1970
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970. These rare lamps boast giant seashells mounted on a large square polished brass base. The pair of
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Willy Daro Brass and Seashell Table Lamps, circa 1970
Rare Willy Daro Brass and Seashell Table Lamps, circa 1970
$6,000 / set
H 25.19 in W 10.24 in D 8.69 in
Rare Irish Armorial Pietra Dura Low Table with Seashells
By J. Darmanin & Sons
Located in New York, NY
The double serpentine form top made of various specimen marbles and inlaid with the armorial for the Baker family of County Tipperary, with motto "Hono Virtutis Satelles" s...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Maltese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Rare Matthew Linwood Gilt Georgian English Sterling Silver Seashell Form Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine and rare antique English Georgian sterling silver box. In the rare figural form of a snail
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Antique Early 19th Century British George III Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver

rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00740
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cardigans

Valentino for Murano, Italy. Rare art glass bowl shaped like a seashell
Located in København, Copenhagen
Valentino for Murano, Italy. A rare art glass bowl shaped like a seashell with a loose pearl
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Vintage 1970s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Set of 3 Rare, Midcentury Modern Seashell Design White Alabaster Wall Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and very rare set of midcentury for beach house, shell shape design alabaster wall
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass

Rare Hermès Set of Matching Scarf and Cummerbund Seashells on Mosaic in Silk
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Set Print: "Coquillages en Mosaïque" (Seashells on Mosaic) This rare
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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Early Original R & Y Augousti Paris Seashell Marquetry Box
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Augousti, Paris. The rare piece boasts geometric seashell marquetry with trim accents on a wood body. The
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1990s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood

Modernist 'Abalone Lawyer's Lamp' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Marguerite Stix Designed Natural Seashell and Brass Object, circa 1960s
By Marguerite Stix
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rare 'Stix' seashell by Austrian designer Marguerite Stix, circa 1960s, New York
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Brass

Abalone Library Lamp in Wrapped Papercord and Leather with Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, floor lamps, and sconces made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional shades
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

CARIBBEAN MIRROR (One Of A kind Seashells Encrusted Round Mirror W/ Wood Frame)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
sophistication to that stylish bathroom, hallway and even living rooms. The large seashells are rare and
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Glass, Resin, Wood, Acrylic

Pink and Purple Sea Shell Encrusted Hinged Box with Purple Velvet Interior
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Elevate your space with this exceptionally rare vintage seashell box, a true testament to artisanal
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Baroque Carved Giltwood Mirror with Original Plate, Denmark, circa 1700
Located in Kinderhook, NY
dramatic foliate cresting and rectangular cushion-frame with foliate and seashell motif; rare original
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Antique Early 18th Century Danish Baroque Wall Mirrors

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Giltwood, Mercury Glass

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Rare Aquamarine Barovier and Toso Seashell Bowl
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Papaikou, HI
The form and the flow of this bowl are beautiful. But the color is stunning. Rare aquamarine with a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Chandelier Barovier & Toso Pink Shell Vintage Murano Glass Italy 1930s, in stock
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Zürich, CH
The Vintage Chandelier by Barovier & Toso showcases a central cup in seashell form with rare pink
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Vintage 1930s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

DOLCE GABBANA Vintage Rare seashell embellished off shoulder bustier top IT42 M
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA Vintage Rare seashell embellished off shoulder bustier top IT42 M Reference: GIYG
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2010s Blouses and Tops

ISSEY MIYAKE seashell coat - 1985
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 'seashell' coat from Issey Miyake dating to 1985. Labeled a size 'm'. Colors are grey
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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame and Decoration (circa 1950s)
Located in London, GB
rare seashell or fan feature which delights the viewer as an unexpected surprise. Always classically
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass

Vintage Italian Wall Mirror with Brass Frame (circa 1960s)
Located in London, GB
rare seashell feature which delights the viewer as an unexpected surprise. Always classically elegant
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL pink applique logo twirl seashell button cropped cardigan FR38 M Reference: TGAS/D00740
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cardigans

Rare Set of Six Fruit Knives in a Large Polished 'Turbo Marmoratus' Seashell
Located in Haarlem, NL
Beautiful large Mother of Pearl Shell holder with 6 Fruit Knives also with MOP and silvered handles, they stay in place through an ingenious construction inside. I have never see...
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Early 20th Century Tableware

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Metal

Chanel Rare Navy Seashell CC Logo Neck Tie Men's or Unisex or Women's 108c51
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 56" Width: 3.5" Height: 27.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Interior: Excellent Corne...
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20th Century Scarves

Chanel Rare Navy Seashell CC Logo Neck Tie Men's or Unisex or Women's 108c51
By Chanel
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 56" Width: 3.5" Height: 27.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Interior: Excellent Corne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Sterling Silver Seashell Tray
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual sterling silver seashell dish by Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, circa 1970s. It can
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Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Majolica Oyster Plate, Signed "J. Holdcroft Co" C. 1900-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
1900-1910. Wonderful Hand-Painted colors. Rare coloring with molded seashells throughout. This is an
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Early 20th Century English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA taupe leather belt with shells
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare taupe leather belt with seashells from Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1980's. Labeled a
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20th Century French Belts

Gilbert Albert Sculptural Ring with Turquoise and Baroque Pearl
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Paris, FR
unique shapes with an inherent organic quality. Albert combined familiar elements with the rare
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Granulation Kaleidoscope Necklace
By Deborah and Kevin Healy
Located in Logan, UT
piece to piece. This particular kaleidoscope necklace also incorporates a number of rare and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Antique Hilliard & Thomason Sterling Silver Seashell Form Nutmeg Grater
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very rare English sterling silver nutmeg grater. It is modeled as a full bodied scallop seashell
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Seashell Minaudière Purse w/ Convertible Gold Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare vintage Judith Leiber seashell minaudière, with detachable gold chain! This unique
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1970s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Pair of Tall Seashell Encrusted Candleholders Candlesticks
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare pair of handmade, tall seashell encrusted candlesticks. Guaranteed to make a statement at your
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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Candlesticks

Materials

Shell

Seashells Encrusted Apollo&Diana Sculpture Pair (Original MixedMedia Sculptures)
By Mauro Oliveira
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
resin for shininess and forever protection. Some of the seashells are rare and valuable plus Diana has a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Steel

Feelin' Groovy Kaleidoscope Necklace
By Deborah and Kevin Healy
Located in Logan, UT
piece to piece. This particular kaleidoscope necklace also incorporates a number of rare and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful and rare seashells wall sculpture, on wood. Very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century French Natural Specimens

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Shell, Wood

Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
Rare Large 1960s Seashells Wall Sculpture
H 13 in W 36.23 in D 3.94 in
Rare YSL Seashell Pendant by Goossens 1980
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Verviers, BE
Simple and so beautiful shell pendant of YSL made by Robert Goossens in the 80s. Made of gilt metal. In excellent vintage condition. Size: Pendant diameter: 5.5 cm - 2.1 in, lenght o...
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

Pair of Rare 1920s Cast Iron Seashell and Seahorse Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of antique 1920s cast iron chairs with a seashell and seahorse motif in the curved frieze on
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Vintage 1920s American Patio and Garden Furniture

A Rare and Exceptional Pair of Chanel Seashell and Fish Earrings
Located in New York, NY
RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM 24 West 57th Street Fifth floor in The
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Antique French Vermeil Sterling Silver 54pc Dessert Flatware
Located in San Marcos, CA
Elegant antique French vermeil sterling silver 54pc dessert or entremet flatware set, a rare 18pc
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French Dinnerware and Flatware Sets

Pair of rare 1920s Cast Iron Seashell and Seahorse Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of antique 1920s cast iron chairs with a seashell and seahorse motif in the curved frieze on
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Vintage 1920s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Buccellati Sterling Silver Encrusted Shell
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Winnetka, IL
An extraordinary and rare sterling silver seashell by Mario Buccellati (1891-1965) An exquisite
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Vintage 1950s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Chinese Carved Longyan Wood Stand, Late Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
An exquisite late Qing dynasty display Stand of longyan wood, carved as a miniature "kang" table. The center panel features an amazing grain that delights the eye, while a soft glo...
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Fruitwood

Mid-Century Fish Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Fish pendant lamp made of wicker. A wonderfully playful design. A lamp with character, literally. The wicker body of the lamp forms a fish body with its mouth wide open. Inside is a...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker, Plastic

Mid-Century Fish Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Mid-Century Fish Pendant Lamp, 1960s
$2,071 Sale Price
25% Off
H 12.99 in W 18.11 in D 7.48 in
1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Tohoku area, Japan. This single tier Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho period)...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Wood, Cedar

"Simone" Leather Desk Blotter Designed by Claude Bouchard for Oscar Maschera
By Claude Bouchard, Oscar Maschera
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Simone" is a leather desk blotter, designed by Claude Bouchard and manufactured by Oscar Maschera. Genuine Italian leather vegetable tanned. Colors combination to be chosen from th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
By Johan Tapp, Gumps
Located in Lafayette, IN
Spectacular burled cabinet/wall unit designed by Johan Tapp for Gumps. Cabinet features beautiful book-matched burl veneered doors, solid brass hardware and unique, center fold-dow...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
$3,999 Sale Price
50% Off
H 70 in W 64.25 in D 16.5 in
Salvadori Fleur de Lis Gold Wall Lights Italian, 1970's
By S. Salvadori
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning Salvadori 1970's Italian trio of Fleur de Lis chained wall lights. Each of the Fleur de Lis house a single bulb holder to the rear, and are joined to each other with a len...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

French Classical Cast Bronze Large Garden Water Fountain with Embraced Cherubs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Classical Style Cast Bronze Large Garden Water Fountain with Embraced Cherubs. Item features water shooting from genitals into large lily pads, heavy bronze constructi...
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Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Fountains

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Italian Willy Rizzo/Mario Sabot Sideboard
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Midcentury Italian sideboard by Willy Rizzo/Mario Sabot. Sideboard is finished with black glossy stained veneer surface decorated with chrome details and glass top. It has four doors...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Burl, Mirror

Mid-Century Italian Willy Rizzo/Mario Sabot Sideboard
Mid-Century Italian Willy Rizzo/Mario Sabot Sideboard
$9,199
H 30.32 in W 94.49 in D 20.48 in
18th Century Italian Rococo Pine Wall Brackets
Located in San Marino, CA
Pair of 18th century Italian Venetian Rococo painted and gilt pine wall brackets.
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Pine

18th Century Italian Rococo Pine Wall Brackets
18th Century Italian Rococo Pine Wall Brackets
$12,500 / set
H 21 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Carved and Giltwood Hand Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's Italian giltwood hand and torch sconces with draped fabric shaped backplate. 10" height, including candles. Measurements: Height: 10" Depth: 5.5" Width: 3"
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Vintage 1940s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

Carved and Giltwood Hand Sconces
Carved and Giltwood Hand Sconces
$4,400 / set
H 10 in W 4.5 in D 7 in
Set of Three 'Shichi' ‘Uchiwa’ Pendant Lights, Ingo Maurer, Bamboo Paper, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A rare set of 'Shichi' pendant light fixtures with seven rice paper fans connected to a bamboo shaft by Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1970s. Very hard to find pieces, especially in this ver...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bamboo, Paper

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Tri-Fold Opaque Lacquer Folding Screen / Room Divider
By Atlas Industries
Located in Newburgh, NY
Sculptural, handcrafted, self-supporting screen for use as a stand-alone or combined to create a larger privacy wall. The tri-fold design can be oriented with the form tapering eithe...
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2010s American Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Hardwood

Tri-Fold Opaque Lacquer Folding Screen / Room Divider
Tri-Fold Opaque Lacquer Folding Screen / Room Divider
$4,111 / item
H 78 in W 42.25 in D 1 in
Hermès Silk Scarf Maxi Twilly Cut Equateur Robert Dallet
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Maxi Twilly Cut Print: "EQUATEUR" Firstly designed in 1988 by Robert Dallet, this Maxi Twilly version is a reissue Made in France Made of 100...
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2010s French Scarves

Sherle Wagner Maison Bagues Chinoiserie Harp Back Crystal Figurine Pair Sconces
By Maison Baguès, Sherle Wagner
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Pair Of Maison Bagues / Sherle Wagner Style / Manner Chinoiserie Gold Gilt Harp Back Two Candelabra Light Wall Sconces With Crystal Leaves And Removable Frosted Crystal Chi...
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20th Century French Belle Époque Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal

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Rare Seashells For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of rare seashells available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct rare seashells — often made from metal, glass and ceramic — can elevate any home. We have 124 antique and vintage rare seashells in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of rare seashells available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Rare seashells bearing mid-century modern or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many rare seashells are appealing in their simplicity, but Paavo Tynell, Barovier&Toso and Idman Oy produced popular rare seashells that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Seashells?

Rare seashells can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,498, while the lowest priced sells for $189 and the highest can go for as much as $274,500.