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Chinese, 18th Century Red Lacquer Table
Chinese, 18th Century Red Lacquer Table

Chinese, 18th Century Red Lacquer Table

Located in Hudson, NY

Chinese, 18th century red lacquer table with shell inlay dragon design.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Lacquer

Rare Samurai Hishaku (Mounted Water Dipper) with Raden Inlay, Edo Period
Rare Samurai Hishaku (Mounted Water Dipper) with Raden Inlay, Edo Period

Rare Samurai Hishaku (Mounted Water Dipper) with Raden Inlay, Edo Period

Located in Fukuoka, JP

service. The hishaku is lavishly decorated with raden shell inlay, demonstrating a remarkable level of

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

Materials

Silk, Wood, Lacquer

Moorish Folding Chair, Walnut Wood, Mother of Pearl Inlay, Egypt, 1880
Moorish Folding Chair, Walnut Wood, Mother of Pearl Inlay, Egypt, 1880

Moorish Folding Chair, Walnut Wood, Mother of Pearl Inlay, Egypt, 1880

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

and mother of pearl, shell inlays. Arabian Syrian style folding chair inlaid with mother of pearl

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Moorish Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Patricia Von Musulin Multi Strand Pink Conch Shell Bead Necklace
Patricia Von Musulin Multi Strand Pink Conch Shell Bead Necklace

Patricia Von Musulin Multi Strand Pink Conch Shell Bead Necklace

By Patricia von Musulin

Located in New York, NY

polished pink conch shell inlay. Approximate Weight: 607.8 grams Approximate Measurements: Necklace - 18

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

18K Yellow Gold White Shell Turtle Ring with Natural Diamonds
18K Yellow Gold White Shell Turtle Ring with Natural Diamonds

18K Yellow Gold White Shell Turtle Ring with Natural Diamonds

Located in Hong Kong, HK

18K Yellow Gold White Shell Turtle Ring with Natural Diamonds A symbol of wisdom and longevity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Burr Yew, Rosewood and Mahogany Tray
Edwardian Burr Yew, Rosewood and Mahogany Tray

Edwardian Burr Yew, Rosewood and Mahogany Tray

Located in Altrincham, GB

Edwardian Burr Yew, Rosewood and Mahogany Tray - with Satinwood Shell Inlay, Brass Handles and Felt

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Tableware

Materials

Brass

Andrianna Shamaris Shell Inlaid Teak Bench or Coffee Table
Andrianna Shamaris Shell Inlaid Teak Bench or Coffee Table

Andrianna Shamaris Shell Inlaid Teak Bench or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

respecting the natural organic wood. The top is supported with minimalist hand carved legs. We added shell

Category

2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair
Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair

Middle Eastern 19th Century Inlaid Moorish Folding Chair

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

inlays. Inlaid with shell stars and moon designs, hand carved with Arabic calligraphy writing and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Shell

Carved Wood Tekoteko Sculpture with Paua Shell Eyes, Contemporary Figure
Carved Wood Tekoteko Sculpture with Paua Shell Eyes, Contemporary Figure

Carved Wood Tekoteko Sculpture with Paua Shell Eyes, Contemporary Figure

Located in Barueri, SP, BR

combination of organic wood grain and luminous shell inlay gives the sculpture a layered visual identity

Category

20th Century New Zealand Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Shell, Wood

18th Century Irish George III Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard
18th Century Irish George III Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard

18th Century Irish George III Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard

Located in Essex, MA

almost Federal Design. Drawers and Cabinets. Beautifully tapered legs. Shell inlay Provenance

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Irish George III Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Pair of Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's
Pair of Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

Pair of Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

crafted in solid brass with abalone shell inlay creating a luxurious and sophisticated look. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Large Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico
Set of 3 Large Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico

Set of 3 Large Cabinet Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

solid brass and adorned with stunning abalone shell inlays, each pull features a unique star shape

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Faux Bamboo White Floor Lamp with Shell Shades
Faux Bamboo White Floor Lamp with Shell Shades

Faux Bamboo White Floor Lamp with Shell Shades

Located in Hastings, GB

bamboo stems with bulrushes and leaves The 3 bamboo stems have handcrafted metal and shell inlay shades

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Regency Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c.1820
Regency Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c.1820

Regency Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard, c.1820

Located in Savannah, GA

A Regency inlaid mahogany sideboard, circa 1820. Exceptional greek key and conch shell inlay. 59

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Column Base
Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Column Base

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Column Base

Located in New York, NY

A pair of original teak wood column bases found in Sumatra. We added the shell inlay. Glass or

Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Primitive Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

18th Century Serpentine Front Commode
18th Century Serpentine Front Commode

18th Century Serpentine Front Commode

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

well and is beautifully proportioned with its serpentine front and shell inlay. With swags to the top

Category

Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Zuni Native American Sun Face Ring, Turquoise, Coral, Abalone Ring Size US 5
Zuni Native American Sun Face Ring, Turquoise, Coral, Abalone Ring Size US 5

Zuni Native American Sun Face Ring, Turquoise, Coral, Abalone Ring Size US 5

Located in Milford, DE

, and abalone shell inlays. Set in sterling silver setting and band. Ring size US 5 - 5.25 Marks

Category

20th Century American Native American Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Set of 3 Large Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's
Set of 3 Large Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

Set of 3 Large Door Pulls in Brass & Abalone Shell by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

crafted in solid brass with abalone shell inlay creating a luxurious and sophisticated look. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Large Wood and Coconut Shell Antique Ladle
Large Wood and Coconut Shell Antique Ladle

Large Wood and Coconut Shell Antique Ladle

Located in New York, NY

added the shell inlay to the long wooden handles. Perfect perhaps to remove sand from your feet for a

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Serving Pieces

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Shell, Coconut

14K Gold Northwest Coast Totem Pendant with Opal and Abalone Inlay
14K Gold Northwest Coast Totem Pendant with Opal and Abalone Inlay

14K Gold Northwest Coast Totem Pendant with Opal and Abalone Inlay

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

shell inlays, which display iridescent blue, green, and violet tones. The eyes and upper stone are set

Category

Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Shell Column by R&Y Augousti
Shell Column by R&Y Augousti

Shell Column by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

pen shell by R&Y Augousti is the ultimate luxury accent piece to support any decorative objet and make

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Shell

Dutch Jardiniere Marqueterie 1850
Dutch Jardiniere Marqueterie 1850

Dutch Jardiniere Marqueterie 1850

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Dutch Jardiniere Marqueterie 1850

By Thomas Chippendale Jr.

Located in Den Haag, NL

, containing its original brass liner. The sides with chevron inlay, banding, shell inlays, and circular Brass

Category

Antique 1860s Dutch Louis XVI Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Door Handles in Brass & Abalone Shell by by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's
Set of Six Door Handles in Brass & Abalone Shell by by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

Set of Six Door Handles in Brass & Abalone Shell by by Peñoles, Mexico 1950's

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

background made with abalone shell inlay. The combination of brass and abalone shell exudes elegance and

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Brass

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings
Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver and Abalone Inlay Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Located in Milford, DE

abalone shell inlay within an elegant open teardrop design. The iridescent shell shimmers in natural tones

Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Carrying Handles
18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Carrying Handles

18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Carrying Handles

Located in London, GB

crossbanded and boxwood and ebony strung throughout, having moulded edge top with bold oval shell inlay, above

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century inlaid mahogany tray
19th Century inlaid mahogany tray

19th Century inlaid mahogany tray

Located in Martlesham, GB

decoration with a large shell inlay at the centre, the inlay is fabulous and all in excellent condition

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Tableware

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa
Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa

Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro with Inlays by Kajikawa

Located in Atlanta, GA

shell) inlays. The stream was set between the slightly elevated banks, adding to this piece a already

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Shell, Wood, Lacquer

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Andrianna Shamaris Antique Teak Wood Rice Pounder

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

carefully cut into the teak wood. Various sizes available in partial or full shell inlay. Great as an art

Category

2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Reclaimed Wood, Teak, Wood

English mahogany inlaid serving tray with brass handles, c. 1800's
English mahogany inlaid serving tray with brass handles, c. 1800's

English mahogany inlaid serving tray with brass handles, c. 1800's

Located in Kenilworth, IL

satinwood. The tray is fitted with cast brass standing bail handles and centered on a satinwood sea shell

Category

Antique 19th Century British Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Asian Christian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Cross
Antique Asian Christian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Cross

Antique Asian Christian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Cross

Located in London, GB

Asian manner, with delicately cut shell inlays forming trailing vines, blossoms, and symmetrical

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Lacquered Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlays
19th Century Japanese Lacquered Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlays

19th Century Japanese Lacquered Cabinet with Mother of Pearl Inlays

Located in Buxton, GB

. The design features a Japanese theme with birds and a the most beautiful pearl and shell inlays of

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Japonisme Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood

19th Century Mahogany and Inlaid Long Case Clock
19th Century Mahogany and Inlaid Long Case Clock

19th Century Mahogany and Inlaid Long Case Clock

Located in Martlesham, GB

boxwood and ebony and has a shell inlay at the top, standing on nice splay feet, circa 1820.

Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock by Mummery, Dover
Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock by Mummery, Dover

Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock by Mummery, Dover

By Mummery

Located in Norwich, GB

mahogany case with satinwood stringing and quadrant shell inlay to the raised, moulded base. Long arched

Category

Antique 1830s English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Butterfly Brass and Silver Plate Dish with Abalone Inlay, Mexico 1960s
Butterfly Brass and Silver Plate Dish with Abalone Inlay, Mexico 1960s

Butterfly Brass and Silver Plate Dish with Abalone Inlay, Mexico 1960s

By Emilia Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

charming piece combines polished silver plate with brass trim and iridescent abalone shell inlay along the

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Organic Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

1960s Asian Wood Table with Carving Patterns and Shell Cranes Clouds
1960s Asian Wood Table with Carving Patterns and Shell Cranes Clouds

1960s Asian Wood Table with Carving Patterns and Shell Cranes Clouds

Located in 景德镇市, CN

wood grain and warm patina reflect its rich history. The shell inlay cranes add a striking contrast

Category

Vintage 1960s Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century inlaid satinwood tray
19th Century inlaid satinwood tray

19th Century inlaid satinwood tray

Located in Martlesham, GB

, ivory cherubs and wolves heads, with a large oval shell inlay at the centre, fabulous inlay and all in

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Satinwood

Blue Ivy Inlay Changing Table Dresser, Nursery Furniture by House of Jaipur
Blue Ivy Inlay Changing Table Dresser, Nursery Furniture by House of Jaipur

Blue Ivy Inlay Changing Table Dresser, Nursery Furniture by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

complementing the luminous shell inlay. Handcrafted by skilled artisans in India, every tallboy carries unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Agra Dressers

Materials

Wood, Bone

Eliko Maki-e 24K Gold Plate South Sea Tahitian Pearl Earrings
Eliko Maki-e 24K Gold Plate South Sea Tahitian Pearl Earrings

Eliko Maki-e 24K Gold Plate South Sea Tahitian Pearl Earrings

Located in Dallas, TX

and abalone shell inlay. The style is called "Maki-e" and it is a traditional Japanese decorating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sheraton Revival Sideboard, Antique Buffet, 1890
Sheraton Revival Sideboard, Antique Buffet, 1890

Sheraton Revival Sideboard, Antique Buffet, 1890

Located in Potters Bar, GB

with Quality Mahogany Veneers, Shell Inlays, Satinwood Crossbanding and Boxwood Inlays. The Top of the

Category

Antique 1890s Sheraton Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland
Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland

Carved Wood Māori Wahaika Club New Zeland

Located in Atlanta, GA

A wood club known as Wahaika intricately carved and inlayed with small round shells from New

Category

Early 20th Century New Zealand Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

19th Century Walnut Table Cabinet
19th Century Walnut Table Cabinet

19th Century Walnut Table Cabinet

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th Century walnut table cabinet, having a lovely figured top with an inlaid oval panel with shell

Category

Antique 1870s British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

A pair of Chinese bedside cabinets
A pair of Chinese bedside cabinets

A pair of Chinese bedside cabinets

Located in Point Richmond, CA

  ornamented with glass and shell inlay, gilt relief carving depicting scholars above and painted panels

Category

Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany and Satinwood Crossbanded Sideboard
Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany and Satinwood Crossbanded Sideboard

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany and Satinwood Crossbanded Sideboard

Located in Suffolk, GB

mahogany and satinwood crossbanded top above two drawers flanked by two shaped doors with satinwood shell

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands
Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands

Located in Atlanta, GA

. Gold paint on red lacquer background and extensive and fine workmanship of Raden shell inlays are two

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Mexican Brass and Abalone Shell Pitcher Set with Tray and Eight Cups, 1950s
Mexican Brass and Abalone Shell Pitcher Set with Tray and Eight Cups, 1950s

Mexican Brass and Abalone Shell Pitcher Set with Tray and Eight Cups, 1950s

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

cups, crafted in solid brass with exquisite abalone shell inlay. Each piece showcases the natural

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Tessellated Coconut Shell Nesting Tables - Set of 2
Vintage Boho Tessellated Coconut Shell Nesting Tables - Set of 2

Vintage Boho Tessellated Coconut Shell Nesting Tables - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

shell inlays provide a beautiful contrast against a darker coconut shell background, while the elegantly

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Shell, Wood

Moorish Egyptian 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid
Moorish Egyptian 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

Moorish Egyptian 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

of pearl, shell inlays. Moroccan Moorish style folding chair inlaid with mother of pearl stars

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Moorish Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Moorish Moroccan 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid
Moorish Moroccan 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

Moorish Moroccan 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

of pearl, shell inlays. Moroccan Moorish style folding chair inlaid with mother of pearl stars

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Moroccan Moorish Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Maitland-Smith Abalone Shell Inlaid Decorative Picture Frame, Handmade
Maitland-Smith Abalone Shell Inlaid Decorative Picture Frame, Handmade

Maitland-Smith Abalone Shell Inlaid Decorative Picture Frame, Handmade

By Maitland Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

shimmering abalone shell mosaic inlay surrounded by an ornate cast bronze frame with scrolling Baroque

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Nightstand Tables in Black Marquetry and Brass by Ginger Brown
Pair of Nightstand Tables in Black Marquetry and Brass by Ginger Brown

Pair of Nightstand Tables in Black Marquetry and Brass by Ginger Brown

By Ginger Brown

Located in Bourguebus, FR

and the legs are in metal with an antic brass patina. The small knobs are in brass with black shell

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Peach Mother of Pearl Inlay Tallboy Dresser – Floral Elegance by House of Jaipur
Peach Mother of Pearl Inlay Tallboy Dresser – Floral Elegance by House of Jaipur

Peach Mother of Pearl Inlay Tallboy Dresser – Floral Elegance by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

complementing the luminous shell inlay. Handcrafted by skilled artisans in India, every tallboy carries unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Kang Table from Ryukyu Island
Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Kang Table from Ryukyu Island

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Kang Table from Ryukyu Island

Located in Atlanta, GA

lacquer background and extensive and fine workmanship of Raden shell inlays are two easily recognizable

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Andrianna Shamaris Original Teak Wood Rice Pounder

Located in New York, NY

This antique teak wood bowl was originally used to pound rice. We added the shell inlay. This bowl

Category

Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

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Shell Inlay For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic shell inlay available at 1stDibs. A shell inlay — often made from shell, metal and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a shell inlay, we have 259 options in-stock, while there are 91 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer shell inlay, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A shell inlay is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XVI styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one shell inlay that is appealing in its simplicity, but R & Y Augousti, Andrianna Shamaris and Kifu Augousti produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Shell Inlay?

The average selling price for a shell inlay at 1stDibs is $3,351, while they’re typically $119 on the low end and $637,038 for the highest priced.