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Material: Shell
Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Inkwell
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Nouveau period gilt bronze and inlaid abalone inkwell By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, early 20th century Measures: 3.63"W x 3.63"D x 2.75"H. Very good original v...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Mecca Arrow on a Polished Calcite Base
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th-century distressed Italian mecca arrow with a baroque pearl on a polished calcite base. The arrow was once part of a decorative motif in an artistic depiction in historic Itali...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Mecca Gilt Arrow on a Polished Calcite Base
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th-century distressed Italian mecca gilt arrow with a baroque pearl on a polished calcite base. The arrow was once part of a decorative motif in an artistic depiction in historic ...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

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...
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20th Century Asian Meiji Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Airin Canedo sculture in wood, glass, reptiles and eggs circa 1990
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible sculpture in wood, glass, lizard and eggshell by AIRIN CANEDO circa 1990
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1990s Brazilian Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Eggshell, Glass, Wood, Lizard

Magnifying glass with Goniatite handle of the Sahara - authentic ammonite
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
A Goniatite from the Sahara, superb authentic fossil shell , embellishes the handle of the magnifying glass by transforming it into a into unique and unrepeatable accessory that ex...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Brass

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...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Magnifying Glass Made w/ 19th Century Parasol Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A custom magnifying glass made from a Victorian parasol handle by K&H adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl detailing and gold-washed silver repouss...
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Large Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell #5
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Large Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell. I purchased a collection of large shells from an antique store in Newport.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Gigas Tridacna clam shell
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful white clam shell in wonderful condition
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Early 20th Century North American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Sumatran Beaded Boxes, Group of 9
Located in New York, NY
Sumatran beaded boxes, a group of nine (9) rectnagular and square boxes from the villages of Benkulu and Lampung in South Sumatra, Indonesia, each with geomet...
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20th Century Tribal Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Beads, Shell

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Rocker Blotter
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Nouveau or Art Deco period gilt bronze inlaid abalone rocker ink blotter By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 6"W x 3"D x 1.75"H. Very go...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive scale natural tridacna gigas giant clam shell specimen from the South Pacific Ocean. The clam features lovely detailed verti...
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20th Century Asian Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

OROLOGIO DA TAVOLO NAUTILO - PEZZO UNICO - con ammoniti autentiche su roccia
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
Un eccezionale pezzo unico d'arredo contemporaneo ideato dal designer Nino Basso, che innesta nella modernità una affascinante testimonianza di vita di milioni di anni fà. Sulla roccia a spacco dal contorno informe, emergono con linee rette e affusolate le conchiglie fossili autentiche, lucide, in rilievo, allineate, quasi parallele. _La bellezza delle ammoniti con sfumature naturali dal bianco al nero fumo, _l'elegante forma a cono delle conchiglie - Il design dell'insieme studiato per mantenere inalterate le sorprendenti forme naturali e seducenti effetti cromatici sono raggruppate in questa straordinaria composizione che sorregge l'orologio incastonato nell'elegante sede in metallo lucido liscio. Opera unica che si integra perfettamente nell'abitare contemporaneo. Specifiche: Orologio NAUTILO - Pezzo unico Roccia con conchiglie fossili di Nautiloidi Orthoceras autentiche - Età 400 milioni di anni Massimo ingombro cm. 24x7,5 x h. 20 Elemento cilindrico in ottone pieno tornito e nichelato con finitura lucida - funge da base e sede...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Brass

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Skull
Located in west palm beach, FL
An fantastic vintage Boho skull. A chic shell encrusted composition. Signed by the artist on the bottom. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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21st Century and Contemporary Bohemian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

LENTE DI INGRANDIMENTO con impugnatura conchiglia fossile Nautiloide autentica
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
Una Nautiloide del Sahara, superba conchiglia fossile autentica, diventa l'impugnatura della lente di ingrandimento da tavolo, trasformandola in un accessorio d'arredo unico ed irr...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Hand-Crafted 17.5" Mixed Shell Mosaic Parrot: A Coastal Masterpiece
Located in New York, NY
Meticulously crafted, hand-made Mixed Shell Mosaic Parrot, standing tall at an impressive 17.5 inches in height. This exquisite piece combines a harmonious blend of various shells, expertly arranged to capture the intricate beauty of a parrot in stunning detail. Each shell has been thoughtfully selected and placed to create a captivating mosaic, resulting in a truly unique and eye-catching work of art. Whether displayed as a standalone centerpiece or incorporated into your existing decor, this Parrot mosaic...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

LENTE DI INGRANDIMENTO DA TAVOLO con impugnatura ammonite fossile autentica
Located in Spilimbergo, IT
Una Goniatite del Sahara, superba ammonite fossile autentica, diventa l' impugnatura della lente di ingrandimento da tavolo trasformandola in accessorio d'arredo unico ed irripetib...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage Boho Hand Carved Wooden Lady With Nautilus
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho wooden hand carved figure. A beautiful wooden construction of a beautiful lady holding a large beautiful shell. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace by Unknown Jeweler
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th Century Tribal Kina Shell Pectoral Necklace by unknown jeweler Kina shells were traditionally worn in the western highlands of Papua New Guinea as pectorals, either with a fibe...
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Late 20th Century American Tribal Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Pen Tray
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Nouveau period gilt bronze and inlaid abalone pen tray By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 8.75"W x 2.63"D x 0.38"H. Good original vinta...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Pen Brush
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Nouveau or Art Deco period gilt bronze inlaid abalone pen brush or pen wipe By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 2.25"W x 2.25"D x 2.25"H....
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Engraved Nautilus shell - Netherlands, 18th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Engraved Nautilus shell Netherlands, 18th century 13 x 10 x 7 cm Although fragmentary this beautiful nautilus preserves almost intact a beautiful hunting scene. The 18th century ...
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18th Century Belgian Dutch Colonial Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

1970s Style Los Castillo Parrot Dish Mixed Metal Stone Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Exquisite Parrot in handwrought mixed metals serving dish decorative bowl. Married metals with agate stone and abalone inserts. In the style of Los Castillo made in Mexico 1970s. Si...
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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Silver Plate, Copper, Bronze, Brass

Maitland Smith Brown Penshell Cube Decorative Box
Located in Stamford, CT
1980s decorative pen shell cube box attributed to Maitland Smith. Medium brown pen shell with dark gray tessellated stone accents. Wood lined box. No ma...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Signed Hand Carved Cameo on Conch Shell
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful signed hand carved cameo on conch shell made in Italy, circa 1980s. The piece is in excellent condition and measures 5.5" W x 4.5" D x 3...
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Antique 19th Century Italian Cameo Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vintage shell cameo sterling silver pendant necklace brooch 600. Stunning pendant for a necklace the bell flips up or down depending on whether you...
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Early 1900s Italian Grand Tour Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Middle Eastern Moorish Inlaid Chess Board Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted marquetry Middle Eastern wood inlay with micro mosaic and mother of pearl. Handcrafted Moorish wooden box with very delicate micro mosaic marquetry from the ancient Persi...
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Mid-20th Century Lebanese Moorish Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Alfred Dunhill Art deco Cigarettes box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Alfred Dunhill Art deco Cigarettes box materials: wood and mother of pearl intaglia jester art deco figure in mother of pearl sealed with the Dunhill brand ...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Rosewood and Mother-of-Pearl Box
Located in Miami, FL
Antique rosewood box with pewter and mother of pearl inlay. The Regency Empire to early Victorian rectangular box is inlaid with MOP at the center...
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Mid-19th Century English Regency Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Pewter

Large Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell Specimen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Massive natural Tridacna gigas South Pacific ocean giant clam shell specimen. The large shell features a highly calcified exterior and dramatic vertical shell folds. A later added dr...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

1970s Capiz Shell Tea Light Candle Holders, Set of 2
Located in Charleston, SC
A set of 2 vintage midcentury tea light candle holders with brass tone metal. This set comes with 2 different shades of green. Acquired from a Hilton Head Island estate.
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1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

SeaShell and Rootbeer Resin Desk Tidy Catchall Vide Poche, 1980s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 1980s French modern desk tidy, vide poche, or catchall features an oval shape with an extra thick resin slab in a gorgeous rootbeer swirl color with a large seashell in...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Resin

Large Vintage Natural Real Sea Coral Reef Specimen Beach Decor
By Oceanic Arts
Located in Warrenton, OR
Large Vintage Natural Real Sea Coral Reef Specimen Beach Decor A stunning piece of nature for the home or office of an ocean lover or beach dweller. Note: This is a vintage coral reef...
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Early 20th Century American International Style Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

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 ...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair of mother-of-pearl cameos
Located in Ramillies, BE
Pair of antique agate cameos on mother-of-pearl on horn in gilt brass Louis XIV style frame. Provenance : Collection vente YSL
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18th Century Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Brass

A nautilus Belauensis, Italy 1880.
Located in Milan, IT
A natural Wunderkammer Specimen: a little Nautilus Belauensis. the Specimen is mounted over a wooden painted base. Italy circa 1880. (SHIP TO EU ONLY)
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Sterling Silver and Shell Snail Sculpture Paperweight
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Wonderful Snail made from Sterling Silver that shows the hand of the craftsman who created it. To complete the illusion the snail has the addition of a real sea shell. Very nice scul...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Contemporary R & Y Augousti Creme Shagreen Box with Kabibi Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous decorative box in creme shagreen made R & Y Augousti, with brass inlay lid and white kabibi shell. Expertly crafted, this decorative box is a perfect access...
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2010s Philippine Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Genuine American Fresh Water Turtle Shell
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Decorative fresh water turtle shell, professionally mounted on solid onyx marble base, the shell is cleaned and seal with clear protective satin finish. Beautiful natural piece of ar...
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20th Century American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx

Contemporary Kifu Paris Round Box with Brass, Creme Shagreen & White Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a base of walnut, with brass, creme shagreen and white shell inlay lid. Expertly crafted in a celestial mot...
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2010s Philippine Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

1950s alabaster Ashtray
Located in LYON, FR
Mother of Pearl ashtray bought in Hawaii in the late 1950's. Since then it has lived in Wollongong Australia. Amazing Lustre. Has a one chip on the botto...
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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Black Polished Abalone Shell on Obsidian with Baroque Pearls
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Black polished abalone shell on obsidian with baroque pearls. Abalone shells are known for their iridescent and pearlescent features. This rare form of abalone has a mostly black o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Lava

Contemporary Kifu Paris Double Panther Box with Brass, Shagreen, & Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in black penshell over a base of walnut, with brass, creme & grey shagreen, and black mother of pearl inlay lid. Expertly crafted ...
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2010s Philippine Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Hinged Abalone Shell and Brass Box, Mosaic Pattern on Lid, Wood-lined
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hinged brass box with abalone mosaic on lid, wood-lined. The pattern of the mosaic contrasts beautifully with the brass; the iridescence of ...
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

A large Elephant's Snout Volute shell - Cymbium glans gamelan
Located in Leesburg, VA
A large Elephant's Snout Volute shell - Cymbium glans gamelan Approximate size: 12 (l) x 5.5 (w) x 4 (h) in. The Elephant’s Snout Volute shell is a species of sea snail belonging t...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Nautilus on 18th Century Fragment Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Natural shell mounted on antique fragment. One side of shell has been damaged.
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20th Century French Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Contemporary Kifu Paris Zebra Box with Brass, Shagreen, & Shell Inlay
Located in Toronto, ON
In stock now - A gorgeous Kifu Paris decorative box in creme shagreen over a base of walnut, with brass, creme shagreen, black penshell, and white mother of pearl inlay lid. Expertly...
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2010s Philippine Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Featuring Alternating Panels From our Tea Caddy collection, we are delighted to offer this fine Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of rect...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Shell Decorative Objects

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Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Skull
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal skull. A chic Shell encrusted beauty made by hand. No two are alike. Acquired from a Palm each estate.
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Bust of Man
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal bust of man. A chic resin figure encrusted with a beautiful selection of curated shells. Hand made by a local Palm Beach artisan. Acquired from a Palm Beac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Resin

Large Lobster Claw Mounted on Turned Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
Large mounted lobster claw: Featuring an authentic lobster claw mounted on a hand-turned Italian black base, this artwork exudes elegance and charm. St...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Napoleon III Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Mother-Of-Pearl And Gold Snuff Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming snuff box is crafted of beautifully lustrous mother-of-pearl inlay and gold. Diminutive works of intricate artistry, snuff boxes were once considered the height of fash...
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19th Century French Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold

Contemporary Object d’Art / Leather Wrapped Shell with Bronze Handmade Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
The shell, a marvel of the sea, is embraced by the soft embrace of fine leather, showcasing its natural curves and textures. Each meticulously applied leather detail celebrates the s...
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2010s Israeli Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Organic Sculptural Sea Shells on Marble Bases by Les Hunter Designs
Located in San Diego, CA
A gorgeous pair of organic sculptural sea shells on white marble bases by Les Hunter Designs of California, circa 1970s. This glamorous pair has a real Hol...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Biedermeyer Sewing Box
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful antique Biedermeyer sewing box
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20th Century Austrian Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Italian Giant Clamshell Swan by Gabriella Binazzi
Located in Voorburg, NL
This beautiful large clamshell swan is designed and handmade by Gabriella Binazzi. She creates original and unique objects using strange materials such...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid Century Brass and Seashell Bird Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Italian Heron or Stork sculpture crafted in brass and featuring a nautilus shell body in the style of Binazzi.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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