Shell Inlay

The Material & Technique: The leaves and flowers are rendered through a sophisticated combination of colored maki-e, gold and silver powders, and raden shell inlay. These different ...

Details: Origin: Taxco, Mexico Maker: Los Castillo Materials: Solid brass, silver-plated, abalone shell inlay Dimensions: 11.25" H 8.5" W (including handle) 7" D Condition: Good v...

The surface is highly decorated with black lacquer patterned by intricate shell inlay, At the apron are cartouche illustrations of mythical figures and robed scholars gathered in a g...

The single door is framed with mahogany crossbanding around an oak panel door, itself with a further banded inner border and a well-executed shell inlay. The door retains its origina...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

A striking 1960s Mexican modernist pitcher crafted in alpaca silver with intricate abalone shell mosaic inlay, executed in the style of renowned Los Castillo Taxco silver designs.

Perched along the rim is an exceptionally detailed bird rendered in iridescent abalone shell inlay. Individual sections of shell create the bird's plumage in shifting tones of turquo...

The hinged lid cross banded in satinwood, fabulously inlaid with a central oval cartouche outlined in boxwood with large Conch shell inlay to center, the front area with similar deta...

The pitcher is crowned by a dramatic bird-form handle and spout, meticulously crafted with mother-of-pearl and shell inlay, forming the stylized wings, tail, and crest of the bird.

The hexagonal top is centred by a deep black inset panel and surrounded by intricate geometric borders of contrasting wood and shimmering mother-of-pearl shell inlay. The top retains...

Before the appliquation of lacquer with shell inlay became a hallmark of Victorian and Regency English furniture during the 19th century, it originated in East Asia, specifically in ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Large shell inlays on green dyed sycamore backgrounds center the top and front.

The body is sculptural, each element flows into one another creating a flowing look. The coconut shell inlay has a highly textured look and highlights the smooth curves well.

Hiramakie-e, fundame and raden shell inlays were all used to their maximal potential to create the fine details and rich surface texture.

Details Designer / Maker: Los Castillo Origin: Taxco, Mexico Period: 1960s Materials: Solid brass, silver plate, mother-of-pearl inlay Technique: Hand wrought, shell inlay Measureme...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

On some, the wings are rendered in gold maki-e while the body is accented with iridescent shell inlay; on others, the relationship is reversed, with luminous raden wings paired with ...

For the delicate flower petals, the artisan employed exquisite abalone shell inlay (raden). As light shifts across the surface, these awabi shell fragments flash with soft, iridescen...

Outlines of exotic birds, lotus blossoms, and decorative background motifs are meticulously defined with natural shell inlay. The surface exhibits an extraordinary iridescence, shift...

All the tops are framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against the shell inlay. These pieces come in o...

All the tops are framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against the shell inlay. These pieces come in o...

George III mahogany double chamber tea caddy raised on tapered block feet. The front is inlaid with a conch shell in an oval and the top with a six-pointed star with shaded arms radi...

The exterior of the box is finished with a diamond kite shaped ebony escutcheon and an inlaid lid with decorative coconut scrollwork and a central quarter veneered scallop shell inla...

Origin Sepik Region, Northern Papua New Guinea People / Culture Sepik Period Circa 1960 Subject Syncretic Representation of Jesus Christ Materials Local Wood, Organic Binder...

A French Louis XV period walnut buffet from the mid-18th century, with star inlay and carved shells. Created in France during the reign of King Louis XV nicknamed Le Bien-Aimé (the B...

On the dark lacquered surface dusted very subtly with golden powder, there are strikingly elaborate inlay works of crushed Mother-of-Pearl, golden tortoise shell (or a material that ...

The combination of handcrafted metalwork, luminous shell inlay, and expressive organic form complements Mid-Century Modern, Organic Modern, Hollywood Regency, Coastal Contemporary, a...

Their flowing lines recall the elegance of Mid-Century Modern, Organic Modern, and Hollywood Regency design, while the natural shell inlays add a timeless sophistication that complem...

The flawless integration of sprinkled gold, raised lacquer, and iridescent abalone shell inlay demonstrates a mature, highly stable level of craftsmanship.

The table, with its rectangular form supported by slightly curved legs, close to the Chinese prototype known as Kang table, was likely made exclusively for the luxury domestic market...

This is gorgeous and decorative instrument box decorated with "Raden" work of mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven c...

This stunning contemporary clover drum table is a masterful creation, beautifully finished in golden brown pen shell that glistens with a dynamic range of tones. The pen shell exteri...

Some variation in shell inlay patterns, adding to authenticity. Authentic Sasak lontar dowry boxes of this era are increasingly rare.

The lower part is enclosed behind a tambour door subtly inlayed with fine abalone shells (Raden) that shimmers on a dark background.

This piece is inlaid in mother of pearl and the top is framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against t...

This piece is inlaid in mother of pearl and the top is framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against t...

This piece is inlaid in mother of pearl and the top is framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against t...

An exceptional late 19th-century Egyptian Moorish folding chair, circa 1880, finely hand-carved in dark wood and embellished with delicate mother-of-pearl and shell inlay. With its d...

The pair of panels are done in a fine gold lacquer with bone, mother of pearl & abalone shell inlays and where made in the mid 19th century.

Found objects were equally treated as part of the meticulous designs as the elaborate Maki-e and shell inlays. According to the press of Honolulu Museum of Art: "Someya Satoshi has ...

Some variation in shell inlay patterns, adding to authenticity. Authentic Sasak lontar dowry boxes of this era are increasingly rare.

Some variation in shell inlay patterns, adding to authenticity. Authentic Sasak lontar dowry boxes of this era are increasingly rare.

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

From her "jewelry inspired knobs" on decorative boxes, gold bar boxes and an extravagant inlay pattern mix of shagreen and shell inspired by galactic constellations, as seen on her e...

This is gorgeous and decorative stationary box decorated with "Raden" work with mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven...

Wooden ladle with octopus tentacle carvings along the outer cup with inlayed abalone detailing. Dimensions 13” width x 5” depth x 4.5” height. Condition Good vintage condition; pro...

The surface was lacquered in a dark brown color with sprinkled subtly with gold powders. Elaborate inlay work with mother of pearl (MOP), tortoise shell scales (or a material made to...

All the tops are framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against the shell inlay. These pieces come in o...

All the tops are framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against the shell inlay. These pieces come in o...

All the tops are framed with an irregular surface bronze-patina brass that continues onto the legs, which creates the "melting" effect against the shell inlay. These pieces come in o...