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Material: Shell
Cigarette box, unusual opens on both sides
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Cigarette box, unusual - opens on both sides Unsure of maker or age. Likely Mid Century. No breaks or repair. One side is slightly less in height than other side.
Category

Mid-20th Century Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

19th Century French Boulle Box
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This beautiful inlaid brass and shell Boulle-work lidded box is in very good condition. It retains its original velvet lining and key.
Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Pietra Dura Marble Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout vintage Italian white marble box decorated on a classic pietra dura technique in elaborate floral designs with mother of pearl, marble and semi precious stones.
Category

20th Century Italian Rococo Shell Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Marble

French Silver Mounted Mother of Pearl Engraved Box, circa 1800
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and fine antique French silver mounted mother of pearl box and with an exquisitely carved ducal with a maiden holding a coronet, elaborate monogram and a rod of Caduce...
Category

1790s French Napoleon III Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

1950s Black Lacquered Wood and Mother Of Pearl Inlayed Small Dressing Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Black Lacquered Wood and Mother Of Pearl Inlayed Small Dressing Box Two Felt Lined Drawers Mirror on underside of lid Small knick on top
Category

1950s Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mirror, Wood

Sleek R&Y Augousti Inlaid Brass and Shell Box, Paris C.1990
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sleek R&Y Augousti Inlaid Brass and Shell Box, Paris C.1990 Unmarked, Attributed to the R&Y Augousti Studios Made during the unparalleled style of 1990s Paris, this sleek, unmarked ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Anthony Redmile Shell Encrusted Duck or Swan Box Redmile Objects London England
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful RARE Anthony Redmile shell encrusted swan or duck form box, 20th c. Red lined interior with "redmile objects london - england' stickers. Substantial weight.
Category

Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Lacquer

Early 19th Century English Regency Rosewood Mother-of-pearl Tea Caddy
Located in Forney, TX
An elegant fine quality English Regency period tea caddy. Circa 1815 Born in the early 19th century, exquisitely hand-crafted from the finest exotic rosewood, rectangular sarcopha...
Category

Early 19th Century Regency Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Shell Box with Quilting detailing and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century Mother of Pearl Inlaid Games Box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique 19th Century Mother Of Pearl Inlaid Games Box, the lid inlaid with ornate flower decoration to the edges and a set of aces to the middle. The lid opens to reveal a red interi...
Category

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Modern Box in Black Shell with Polished Stainless Steel by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Melting Box” by R&Y Augousti is a stunning piece of functional art that merges luxurious craftsmanship with innovative design. This box features a lid crafted in black shell, in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Stainless Steel

Maitland Smith Tessellated Marble and Tortoise Shell Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maitland Smith tessellated stone box with a mother of pearl finial handle. The interior of the box is lined with a black felt and has a removable lid. The box rests on sterling silver ball and claw feet as well as the entirety of the box is framed with a sterling silver border. History and craftsmanship for nearly four decades Maitland-Smith has been in the business of creating exquisite and unique decorative accessories, lighting and accent furniture and elegant mirrors from our La Barge Collection. Founded by a London antiques dealer with the eye of a connoisseur, Maitland-Smith has carried on the tradition of creating stunning accents for the home of the highest quality. From the beginning, our many workrooms have been artisan based and employ time-honored techniques developed before the machine age. Many of these skills date back to the world’s earliest civilizations, and are associated with Fine quality furniture and decorative arts. Maitland-Smith is well-known for many handcrafted specialties, including hand carved tropical mahogany, handcut and inlaid exotic wood veneers, lost wax cast metal mounts and decorative objects, as well as, traditional vegetable tanned and hand-tooled leather. Other areas of expertise include finely executed porcelains, sophisticated finishing techniques, and detailed hand painting. Maitland Smith draws inspiration from great works from the 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries and in collaboration with design partners Tony Duquette Studios and its president, Hutton Wilkinson and also Celerie Kemble, Donald Bustraan...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Stone, Marble, Sterling Silver

Victorian Gilt, Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Papier-Mâché Sewing Stand, Ex Christie's
Located in Morristown, NJ
Beautifully decorated mid-late 19th c, England, black lacquered papier-mâché sewing stand. Decorated with gilt, mother-of-pearl and polychrome paint, opening to cloth-lined interior....
Category

1850s English Victorian Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Boxes in Black Shagreen with Pen Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augoust
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Peacock Box” set by R&Y Augousti is a true masterpiece of modern luxury, where organic form meets exceptional craftsmanship. The distinctive, fluid shapes of these boxes create ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Inlaid Wood And Bone Box
Located in Tampa, FL
Excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
Category

1970s Indian Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Circular Beadwork & Shell Box with Decorative Brass Knob
Located in North Salem, NY
Very decorative and attractive circular beadwork box with removable top. Interior lined with black cloth.
Category

20th Century Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Shagreen Boxes with Mother of Pearl and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning set of 3 shagreen boxes by R&Y Augousti is a true testament to luxury design, combining the finest materials with an impeccable sense of craftsmanship. Each box feature...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Boxes in Black Shell with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The “Peacock Box” set by R&Y Augousti is a true masterpiece of modern luxury, where organic form meets exceptional craftsmanship. The distinctive, fluid shapes of these boxes create ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Round Boxes in Black Shell with Brass Details by Kifu Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This luxurious set of round boxes by Kifu Paris exemplifies high-end design and artisanal craftsmanship. Meticulously crafted with a veneer of black pen shell, the boxes boast a stun...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

17th Century Silver Mounted Traveling Box with Key
Located in Dallas, TX
A 17th century silver mounted Coromandel wood with mother of pearl inlay traveling box with a Interior fitted with drawers and a reliquary cabinet. W...
Category

17th Century French Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Silver

Set of 3 Curved Top Boxes in Pen Shell by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite set of three curved top boxes, handcrafted from luxurious pen shell, is a testament to R&Y Augousti’s mastery of artisanal craftsmanship. Each box boasts a sleek, lust...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Wood, Shell

Contemporary Kifu Paris Double Panther Box with Brass, Shagreen, & Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in black penshell over a sleek walnut base, combining luxury and craftsmanship. The lid of the box is a masterpiece, featuring a double panther m...
Category

2010s Philippine Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Boxes in Black Oak with Black Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The set of 3 boxes by R&Y Augousti in black oak with black shell and brass details embodies timeless sophistication with a modern edge. Each box features a mesmerizing zig-zag patter...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Amethyst and Mother of Pearl Lidded Box by Antony Redmile
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Anglo Indian style hinged box ambitiously covered in a mother of pearl geometric mosaic and featuring a fixed cluster of amethyst stones on top. Stamped "redmile London".
Category

20th Century English Anglo-Indian Shell Boxes

Materials

Amethyst

Vintage Korean Lacquer Box with Inner Tray and MOP inlays
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely vintage Korean lacquer box in bright red and decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays circa 1970-80s. The square form box features an auspicio...
Category

Late 20th Century Korean Arts and Crafts Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Set of 2 Boxes in Shell with Semi-Precious Stone and Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The "Victoria" Box Set by Kifu Paris is crafted from luxurious black pen shell, bringing a natural depth and shine that only this material can offer. The smooth, lacquered finish of ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Vintage Maitland Smith Rare Horn, Abalone and Wood Hinged Octagonal Large Box
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite and rare vintage Maitland Smith large hinged box box has a beautiful medallion on top of a black stone set into brass. The box is a beautiful combination of horn, abal...
Category

1970s Philippine Modern Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Penshell Dresser Box w/Lid, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Penshell Dresser Box w/Lid, 1960’s. Original excellent condition. Box is lined with black velvet. Measures 12” long 5” tall 3” deep
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell

Contemporary American Modern Large Seashell Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern rectangular box, with an applied seashell veneer and green, teal and blue patterned interior.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Coral

19th Century English Victorian Cormandel Mother of Pearl Tea Caddy, circa 1850
Located in Banner Elk, NC
English Victorian cormandel tea caddy decorated with mother of pearl and brass studs, circa 1850s. Cormandel was considered one of the most luxurious woods and only used on the fines...
Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Contemporary American Modern Small Circular Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern small circular jewelry box with an applied seashell exterior and black interior.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Coral

Antique French Folk Art Keepsake Box
Located in Charleston, SC
This beautiful hand decorated keepsake box has a beautiful green velvet on the outside. The top shows a metal cross with shell decorations. The inside is Lined with a silk green on t...
Category

Early 20th Century French Folk Art Shell Boxes

Materials

Metal

Eggshell lacquer box, late 20th century work
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This lacquer and eggshell box is a Vietnamese work from the late 20th century. It features two levels of compartments. This piece is in good original condition.
Category

Early 1900s French Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Eggshell, Lacquer

Shell Encrusted Rectangular Keepsake Box with Red Silk Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Long rectangular shell encrusted box. Carefully applied shells decorate the top and bottom edges of this red board box in a variety of colors. At...
Category

20th Century English Folk Art Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Silk, Paper

Owl Box in Black Pen Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Oblong Tribal Sea Shell Box with Removable Top and Geometric Design
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Oblong wooden box with inlaid shells. Created from bamboo or other similar material, this decorative box features white seashells in a tribal black and white design. At the top, blac...
Category

Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Bamboo, Wood, Paint

Contemporary Kifu Paris Zebra Box with Brass, Shagreen, & Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a rich walnut base, blending both modern elegance and timeless craftsmanship. The lid of the box is adorned with an exquis...
Category

2010s Philippine Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chinese Box, China, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Chinese box in wood and Mother-of-Pearl, China mid-20th century. Measures: 5x12x8 cm. Good conditions.
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Hand Carved Asian Stash Box with Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand Carved Stone Box with Asian Motif - the perfect little box for 420, paperclips, rubber bands... or next to the bed, guest room or side table...
Category

20th Century Asian Meiji Shell Boxes

Materials

Stone

19th Century Dance Card in Mother of Pearl and Gilded Bronze, Palais-Royal Work
Located in Paris, FR
Charles X dance card in mother of pearl with gilt bronze mounts. It is engraved with plants, flowery interlacing, and bouquets of flowers. An enameled pansy adorns the cover, a typic...
Category

Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Handmade Nautical Mother of Pearl & Seashell Decorative Box
Located in Miami, FL
Tiffany Style handcrafted Mid-Century Modern nautical décor mother of pearl shell box or keepsake. The big Seashell is the handle to open it. Beautiful...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Wood, Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Inlaid Black Shell and Bone Box by A&Y Augousti
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous inlaid black shell and bone decorative trinket box by A&Y Augousti of Paris, circa 1990s. The box is made of wood with a intricate diamond pattern shell overlay and is in ex...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Shell Boxes

Materials

Bone, Shell, Wood

Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Round Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant round decorative box featuring a brass frame with intricate mother-of-pearl inlay arranged in a diamond pattern across the lid and sides. The luminous iridescence of the shel...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Handcrafted White Mother of Pearl Inlaid Moorish Octagonal Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Exquisite handcrafted white mother of pearl inlaid and hand carved lidded box. Small octagonal Anglo Indian decorative box intricately decorated with Moorish motif designs which hav...
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Moorish Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Fruitwood, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl

Contemporary American Modern Conch and Cowrie Seashell Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern rectangular jewelry box with an exterior finished in applied miniature conch and cowrie seashells, which opens to a teal velvet interior.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Coral

Set/10 Ceramic, Glass and Wood Pots & Vases Handmade Portugal by Lusitanus Home
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/10 ceramic, glass and wood vases pots with lids, Lusitanus Home Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Lusitanus Home. Wooden Box "Lanzarote" L W. 21 x De. 12 x H. 42cm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Shell Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal, Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel,...

1970s Handmade Domed Top Shell Box
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s handmade domed top shell box.
Category

1970s Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Wood Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage treasure box is a masterful blend of Coastal elegance and Folk Art craftsmanship. The lid is meticulously encrusted with a dense, shimmering arrangement of natu...
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood

Vintage Boho Lacquered Coconut Shell Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite vintage decorative box is a masterful example of 1970s Organic Modern design. Expertly handcrafted, the piece features a mesmerizing mosaic of hand-laid coconut shell ...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood, Lacquer

Contemporary Kifu Paris Round Box with Brass, Creme Shagreen & White Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a rich walnut base, exuding elegance and craftsmanship. The lid features an expertly crafted celestial motif, incorporatin...
Category

2010s Philippine Shell Boxes

Materials

Brass

Moorish Style Spanish Inlaid Box With Mother Of Pearl And Bone
Located in Tampa, FL
A beautifully detailed small Moorish style box, finely crafted in Spain and sourced from a shop in San Miguel de Allende. The piece features exquisite inlay work of mother-of-pearl, ...
Category

1910s Spanish Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

1960s Hand-Made African Tabletop Hut with Shells and Beading
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Hand-Made African Tabletop Hut with Cowry or cowrie Shells, blue and cream Beading, fur, and fabric.
Category

1960s African Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Fur, Shell, Fabric, Beads

Contemporary American Modern Oval Seashell Veneer Jewelry Box
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary American Modern oval jewelry box with an applied brown and beige seashell exterior and green velvet interior.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shell Boxes

Materials

Coral

19th C. English Inlaid Papier Mache Jewelry Box
Located in Sarasota, FL
A monumental 19th C. English papier mache jewelry box. Highly decorative with a hand carved scalloped black lacquered body, inlaid on all sides wi...
Category

Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Shell Boxes

Materials

Abalone, Lacquer

Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This lacquered box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the tradition...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Shell Boxes

Materials

Copper

Hollywood regency shell and burl jewelry box, Italy 1970s
Located in Firenze, IT
Hollywood regency shell and burl jewelry box Italy 1970s shell, burl H 6.5 cm - 20 x 17 cm Conditions: excellent consistent with age and use.
Category

1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Shell Boxes

Materials

Shell, Wood

19th Century French Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Travel Vanity Trinket Case
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful, antique jewelry box set was crafted in France, circa 1870. The box has a mother of pearl crest on the top and front, and reveals several dividers inside while the com...
Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Decorative secretary box with hand painting and mother of pearl inlay, 19 th c.
Located in Houston, TX
This antique box is from London made from papier-mâché The top is hand painted and inlaid with mother of pearl. It is finely painted and has an interior with defined Spaces for writ...
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Vintage Boho 19th Century Burl Wood Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the breathtaking beauty of natural materials with this exquisite antique burl wood box, a superb example of 19th-century craftsmanship...
Category

19th Century British Biedermeier Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Burl

Charles X Dance Card in Mother-of-Pearl and Bronze, Palais-Royal Work
Located in Paris, FR
Charles X dance card in mother of pearl and ormolu, embellished with flowers and flowery interlacing. It is engraved with “Souvenir” and decorated with deli...
Category

Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Shell Boxes

Materials

Bronze

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