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Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Vintage Coastal Mixed Media Seashell Floral Wall Art in Painted Frame
Vintage Coastal Mixed Media Seashell Floral Wall Art in Painted Frame

Vintage Coastal Mixed Media Seashell Floral Wall Art in Painted Frame

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A charming 1975 handcrafted seashell floral arrangement featuring mussel shell flowers, tiny shell blossoms, spiral shells, and delicate coastal detailing all mounted on canvas board.

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1970s American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Yarn

Decorative Seashell Vase – France, 1970s
Decorative Seashell Vase – France, 1970s

Decorative Seashell Vase – France, 1970s

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A striking example of French popular craftsmanship from the 1970s, this vase is entirely composed of natural seashells meticulously strung on wire, creating a sculptural yet decorati...

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1970s French Bohemian Vintage Shell Art Seashells

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Shell

A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s
A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s

A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s

$630

H 5.52 in W 2.37 in D 3.55 in

A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A seashell lamp, assembled from two real mother-of-pearl shells and electrified.

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1960s French Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell Conchiglia Seashell Bullicante Gold Flecks
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell Conchiglia Seashell Bullicante Gold Flecks

Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell Conchiglia Seashell Bullicante Gold Flecks

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite art glass shell or conchiglia by renowned Murano glass artist Alfredo Barbini is a stunning example of Mid-Century Modern craftsmanship, created in Italy during the 19...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Blown Glass, Glass, Murano Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Organic Coastal Seashell Wall Mirror
Vintage Organic Coastal Seashell Wall Mirror

Vintage Organic Coastal Seashell Wall Mirror

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

A charming vintage seashell-encrusted mirror featuring an intricate arrangement of natural shells in warm neutral tones.

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Late 20th Century Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Nautical Large Seashell Photo Frame Art Handmade 14x12 Inches Boho Chic
Vintage Nautical Large Seashell Photo Frame Art Handmade 14x12 Inches Boho Chic

Vintage Nautical Large Seashell Photo Frame Art Handmade 14x12 Inches Boho Chic

By Nixon

Located in Miami, FL

This Unique handmade Shells Photo Art Frame is a statement piece, so let it do all of the talking.

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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Early Original R & Y Augousti Paris Seashell Marquetry Box
Early Original R & Y Augousti Paris Seashell Marquetry Box

Early Original R & Y Augousti Paris Seashell Marquetry Box

By R & Y Augousti

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is an early, exceptional lidded box designed by the famed decorative arts design firm Ria and Youri Augousti, Paris. The rare piece boasts geometric seashell marquetry with trim...

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1990s French Art Deco Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Wood

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Chinese 3-D Seashell Shell Art Peacocks and Flowers Sculpture
Chinese 3-D Seashell Shell Art Peacocks and Flowers Sculpture

Chinese 3-D Seashell Shell Art Peacocks and Flowers Sculpture

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent, one of a kind, colorful Chinese 3-D artwork with intricate hand seashells depicting two peacocks and flowers. The detail is amazing. Signed upper left. Displayed and ma...

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Original Framed Seashell Art Collage on Canvas
Vintage Original Framed Seashell Art Collage on Canvas

Vintage Original Framed Seashell Art Collage on Canvas

Located in Charleston, SC

Kitschy Sea Shell Floral Wall Designs Wood Frame with an Orange fabric Background. Handmade. One of a kind. Circa 1960’s

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Fabric, Wood

Folk Art Sailor-Made Vintage Seashell Long Case Clock
Folk Art Sailor-Made Vintage Seashell Long Case Clock

Folk Art Sailor-Made Vintage Seashell Long Case Clock

Located in Downingtown, PA

Folk art Sailor-made vintage seashell long case clock Early 2nd half of 20th century The shell-decorated clock consists of two pieces the hood and the body of the clock-both with...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Sailors Valentine in White Seashells
Vintage Sailors Valentine in White Seashells

Vintage Sailors Valentine in White Seashells

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Charming sailor's valentine ambitiously hand crafted with white seashell specimens in star form composition and presented under glass in an octagon shadow box by Authentic Models.

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Late 20th Century French Victorian Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Vintage Sailors Valentine with White Seashells
Vintage Sailors Valentine with White Seashells

Vintage Sailors Valentine with White Seashells

By Authentic Models

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout vintage sailors valentine handcrafted in white seashells meticulously composed in a "star" or a "ray of sun" motif with floral design borders. Presented under glass in a mah...

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Late 20th Century American Victorian Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Valentino Couture Vintage Babylon Shell Spotted Seashell Clip-On Earrings, 1990s
Valentino Couture Vintage Babylon Shell Spotted Seashell Clip-On Earrings, 1990s

Valentino Couture Vintage Babylon Shell Spotted Seashell Clip-On Earrings, 1990s

By Valentino Couture

Located in New York, NY

Vintage oversized clip-on earrings in the form of Babylon seashell in white and beige tones Valentino Couture. Accented with rhinestones. Gold tone metal. Signed. Made in Italy. ...

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1990s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Vintage Pearl Necklace seashell necklace string of pearls mother of pearl shell
Vintage Pearl Necklace seashell necklace string of pearls mother of pearl shell

Vintage Pearl Necklace seashell necklace string of pearls mother of pearl shell

Located in Nashville, TN

An ode to the ocean, this vintage pearl and seashell necklace with sterling silver hardware, is the most delicate finishing touch to your outfit. The hand knotted silk thread base i...

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1960s Art Deco Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Pearl

Vintage Seashell and Coral Encrusted Decorative Box
Vintage Seashell and Coral Encrusted Decorative Box

Vintage Seashell and Coral Encrusted Decorative Box

Located in Houston, TX

Unusual 20th century decorative box adorned with seashells and coral. This fabulous hand decorated seashell box or jewel casket would make a great cocktail table or powder bath acces...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Small Square Seashell Encrusted Trinket Box
Small Square Seashell Encrusted Trinket Box

Small Square Seashell Encrusted Trinket Box

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H 1.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Small Square Seashell Encrusted Trinket Box

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Small square shell encrusted trinket box. Covered in a variety of shells, this box opens to reveal a red-lined fabric interior. This would be the perfect piece to display on a coffee...

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20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Fabric

France 70s Wall Mirror “Shells and seashells” Seashell Art
France 70s Wall Mirror “Shells and seashells” Seashell Art

France 70s Wall Mirror “Shells and seashells” Seashell Art

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

Gorgeous Mirror “Shells and Seashells” Seashell Art, 70’s – France It is a unique piece !!

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Mirror, Wood

Sailor's Double Seashell Valentine
Sailor's Double Seashell Valentine

Sailor's Double Seashell Valentine

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H 4 in W 24 in D 12 in

Sailor's Double Seashell Valentine

Located in Downingtown, PA

Sailor's Double Seashell Valentine The double sailor's valentine of seashells within the hexagonal mahogany hinged box, each side with a different geometric design with different ...

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20th Century Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Scallop Sea Shell / Seashell Bookmark
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Scallop Sea Shell / Seashell Bookmark

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Scallop Sea Shell / Seashell Bookmark

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Tiffany & Co. bookmark. In sterling silver. In the form of a shell or seashell. Marked to the reverse for Sterling / Tiffany & Co. Together with its original storage pouch...

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20th Century Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

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Sterling Silver

Folk Art Seashell Flower Motif Bouquet in a Stone Vessel
Folk Art Seashell Flower Motif Bouquet in a Stone Vessel

Folk Art Seashell Flower Motif Bouquet in a Stone Vessel

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A bouquet of seashell flowers potted in a stone vessel. This unique piece of folk art will be a gorgeous addition to a dining table, coffee table, or perhaps a nightstand.

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20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Stone

Seashell Encrusted Lidded Box with Feet and Handles of Brass Seashells
Seashell Encrusted Lidded Box with Feet and Handles of Brass Seashells

Seashell Encrusted Lidded Box with Feet and Handles of Brass Seashells

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A large and well made wooden box of various encrusted seashells. The lid raises off to reveal a large and well made box for storage. The base has brass shell shaped feet and on eac...

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20th Century European Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Brass

Antique Picture Frame, Seashells, Art Nouveau, France, 5 x 8 cm
Antique Picture Frame, Seashells, Art Nouveau, France, 5 x 8 cm

Antique Picture Frame, Seashells, Art Nouveau, France, 5 x 8 cm

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful antique picture frame with seashells. France, Art Nouveau. Picture size: 5 x 8 cm.

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Vintage Shell Art Seashells

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Shell

Shells 'Treasures of the Sea' Sea Shell Library or Coffee Table Book, ca. 1990s
Shells 'Treasures of the Sea' Sea Shell Library or Coffee Table Book, ca. 1990s

Shells 'Treasures of the Sea' Sea Shell Library or Coffee Table Book, ca. 1990s

Located in New York, NY

This coffee table or library book is dedicated to the history of the shell (seashell) in Fine art, native crafts, commerce, trade, adornment, and worship through detailed text and go...

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1990s Organic Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Paper

Folk Art Seashell Table Lamp Woven with 1000s Shells
Folk Art Seashell Table Lamp Woven with 1000s Shells

Folk Art Seashell Table Lamp Woven with 1000s Shells

Located in Tulsa, OK

I am not sure how they got a ruffled edges to the lampshade by weaving these shells together, but it is wonderful! Great for your seaside getaway! This lamp is vintage probably from ...

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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Shell, Wood

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Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

$79,658 / item

H 95 in W 54 in D 25 in

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

By Amuneal

Located in New York, NY

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...

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2010s American Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Brass

Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez

Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez

$6,735 / item

H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in

Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez

By laura gonzalez

Located in Paris, FR

Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.

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2010s French Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Bouclé

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet
Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Exceptional 19th Century English Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet

Located in Houston, TX

Large-scale 19th century English display cabinet executed in the Chinoiserie tradition. Constructed in carved mahogany and conceived as a tripartite architectural façade, each glazed...

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19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker
Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

Italian Venetian Grotto Carved Seashell Rocker

By Pauly & Co.

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt rocker with carved seashell seat & back and seahorse sides (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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19th Century Italian Baroque Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Silver Leaf

19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie
19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie

19th Century Italian Venetian Grotto Settee by Pauly et Cie

By Pauly et Cie

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

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19th Century Italian Romantic Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Silver Leaf

Alfredo Barbini Signed Bi-Color Murano Glass Vase 1970s
Alfredo Barbini Signed Bi-Color Murano Glass Vase 1970s

Alfredo Barbini Signed Bi-Color Murano Glass Vase 1970s

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A striking example of Murano artistry, this signed Alfredo Barbini vase from the 1970s captures the refined elegance and technical brilliance that defines the best of mid-century Ita...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell – Carmel & White Bullicante with Gold Flecks
Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell – Carmel & White Bullicante with Gold Flecks

Alfredo Barbini Murano Glass Shell – Carmel & White Bullicante with Gold Flecks

By Alfredo Barbini

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A stunning Alfredo Barbini Murano glass Conchiglia shell sculpture, crafted in Italy in the 1950s. This elegant shell-shaped piece features a harmonious blend of carmel and white ton...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Art Seashells

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

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Vintage Shell Art Seashells For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage shell art seashells for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage shell art seashells was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and art glass. Vintage shell art seashells have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage shell art seashells to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, folk art and Art Deco vintage shell art seashells are of considerable interest. Vintage shell art seashells have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Alfredo Barbini, Barovier&Toso and Cenedese are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Shell Art Seashells?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,200, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $38,500 highest priced.