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Material: Shell
Carved Tekoteko Maori Sculpture
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
Carved Tekoteko Sculpture – A Testament to Maori Tradition This stunning Tekoteko sculpture is more than just an art piece—it’s a powerful representation of Maori culture and ancest...
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20th Century New Zealand Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Fantastic silver bird by Gabriele De Vecchi, Milano
Located in Uccle, BE
Fantastic silver bird by Gabriele De Vecchi, Milano (IT). The body formed by an ostrich egg flanked by a silver beak and fitted with a tail and legs decoration. Eyes made of hard sto...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

19th Century Japanned English Victorian Papier Mâché Mother of Pearl Desk Set
Located in Forney, TX
An English Victorian Japanned papier mache desk set with mother of pearl inlay and elaborate rich polychrome painted flower decoration. The charm...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Bronze, Other

Good Ottoman Scribes Box
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An 18th century mother of pearl and tortoiseshell inlaid ottoman scribes box. The box covered in geometric tiles and floral design.
Category

18th Century Asian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Midcentury Abalone Shell and Brass Decorative Trinket Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful midcentury abalone shell and brass decorative trinket box with hard wood lining made in Mexico in the style of Los Castillios, circa...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Gilt Bronze and Mother-of-pearl Shell Shaped Box, Palais Royale, circa 1810
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze and mother-of-pearl shell shaped box, Palais Royale, circa 1810.
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Decorative Boxes, ELLA by Reda Amalou Design, 2016 - White Eggshell, Black
Located in Paris, FR
The REDA AMALOU DESIGN boxes echo Asian, and more specifically Vietnamese, culture, by which Reda Amalou has been inspired over time. The boxes that make up this line of accessories ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Eggshell

Mother-of-Pearl Mexican Silver Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mexican silver box with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay. Lid opens to a wood lined interior. Very nicely done and a really beautiful object!
Category

1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Antique English Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table Cabinet Jewelry Box with Lap Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Japanese Mother of Pearl inlaid jewelry box w lap desk This item includes restricted materials and can not be sold outside of the contiguous United States. Additional i...
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Vintage Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Document Box with Internal Till
Located in Nantucket, MA
Mother-of-Pearl inlaid hardwood document box. The top and four sides with a raised panel having quarter-round cut corners, the surfaces inlaid with geometrically cut pieces of mother...
Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Silver Italian Clam Shell Duck by Gabriella Binazzi
Located in Hastings, GB
This beautiful clam shell duck designed and made by Gabriella Binazzi, Italy circa 1970s. The natural shell is mounted on a silver plated pair of feet and decorated with a fantastica...
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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.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Beautiful Mother of Pearl Irredescent Large Mussel Clam Half Shell
Located in San Diego, CA
As found Beautiful Mother of Pearl Irredescent Large Mussel Clam Half Shell , circa 1970's nice condition can be used as soap or candy dish.
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Pair of Organic Sculptural Clam Shells on Lucite Stands
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautiful pair of organic sculptural clam shells on Lucite stands, circa 1980s. The pair are in very good condition and measures 9.5"W x 3"D ...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Lucite

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

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Crucifix Mounted on Jasper with Crystal Points
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian crucifix mounted on jasper with crystal points. The crystal points create more sunrays around the halo of the crucifix. The reddish tips of the crysta...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate, Coral, Rock Crystal

18th Century Italian Bronze-Gold Crucifix Mounted on a Crystal Geode
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian bronze-gold crucifix with coordinating gold leaf shells and crystal points mounted on a crystal geode. The gold leaf shells adorn the crucifix and the base of th...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Vintage Shell-Encrusted Bud Vase – Coastal Grandmillennial Décor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This stunning vintage shell-encrusted bud vase is an exquisite piece of coastal artistry perfect for lovers of seashell décor, grand millennial interiors, and nautical collectibles. 🌿 Handcrafted Coastal Charm This one-of-a-kind decorative vase features a meticulously arranged collection of natural seashells hand-applied to a red clay ceramic vase. The organic textures and soft, sun-kissed hues of cream, ivory, and golden amber create a truly mesmerizing effect. Each shell is carefully selected, adding a sculptural, three-dimensional quality that makes this piece both a work of art and a functional vessel. 🏡 Styling Inspiration: Coastal Elegance: Display it as a centerpiece on a rattan console or a driftwood coffee table alongside coral and vintage glass floats for a refined beach house aesthetic. Grandmillennial Chic: Layer it into a bookshelf or vignette with chinoiserie, wicker, and botanical prints for a collected-over-time look. Tropical Retreat: Pair it with palm fronds or dried grasses to bring natural elements indoors, perfect for a tiki bar or island-inspired space. Cottagecore Meets the Sea: A delightful addition to a sunroom, garden room, or shabby chic interior. 💎 Why You'll Love It: ✔️ Authentic vintage craftsmanship – not a mass-produced piece. ✔️ Timeless natural materials – seashells have been prized in décor for centuries. ✔️ Perfect for collectors of seashell art, coastal antiques...
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20th Century American Folk Art Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Clay

Modern Box in Antique Shagreen with Shell and Brass Insert by R&Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This exquisite rectangular boxes is masterfully crafted from antique shagreen, showcasing a unique cosmos pattern that elegantly marries modern design with classic luxury. It feature...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Desk Box or Jewelry Box
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco period bronze doré and inlaid abalone cigarette box, desk box, or jewelry box By Tiffany Studios New York, USA, early 20th century Measures: 5.5"W x 3.5"...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

2 Mexican Brass Boxes, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
2 Mexican brass boxes, 1960s Brass boxes with Abalone shell and Amethyst stones 2 Rectangular boxes with rosewood interior with hinged lid and 1 ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Amethyst, Brass

Art Deco Eggshell Lacquered Helio Jar with Sickle Pattern by Alexander Lamont
Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
Helio Jar Small, Sickle Pattern. Eggshell was applied before five to seven layers of viscous treacle black lacquer were added, sanded between layers and finally polished. A single ar...
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Aluminum

Large Decorative Conch Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large and beautiful Conch Shell - a Compliment to any cocktail table and especially those that are near water or the sea. A true piece of natures are that will mix well with any s...
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

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...
Category

1980s American Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Antique metal Pill Box with Mother-of-Pearl inlay to lid, English Edwardian
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a small oval shaped antique metal Pill Box with Mother-of Pearl Inlay dating to the Edwardian or late Victorian period. The box is made...
Category

Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Natural Seashell Trumpet Triton Sea Snail
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful natural specimen, Charonia is a genus of very large sea snail, commonly known as Triton's trumpet or Triton snail. They are marine gastropod moll...
Category

20th Century Unknown Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Large Brown Color Genuine Decorative Shell 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Brown Color Genuine Decorative Shell 20th Century
Category

20th Century Burkinabe Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mirror, Wood

Large Black Lacquer Embedded Sea Shell Floor Vase Coral Philippines 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage tree or giant coral shaped floor vase crafted of composite / resin finished in black lacquer, thoroughly embedded with small sea shells, their exte...
Category

Late 20th Century Primitive Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Lacquer

Large Holy Land Mother-of-pearl, Abalone Shell and Olive Wood Icon
Located in London, GB
A large Holy Land mother-of-pearl, abalone shell and olive wood icon Jerusalem, early 20th century Icon: height 55.5cm, width 52cm, depth 18cm Case: height 15.5cm, width 61.5cm, depth 57.5cm In fitted case, presented by the President of the Senate...
Category

Early 20th Century Israeli Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Olive

Gold Plated And Shell Butterfly Form Bowl or Ring Dish 90's
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely shell and gold plated butterfly bowl is great for a ring dish, desk or nightstand accessory. It has a butterfly that connects the 2 shells. This could also be a high end ...
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Pen shell Pyramid Box attributed to Maitland Smith
Located in Winnetka, IL
A pyramid shaped box having 4 graduating drawers with brass ball knobs . Made of polished pen shell which is a material that the manufacturer Maitland Smith often used. All sitting u...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

A Vintage Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Vintage Natural South Pacific Giant Clam Shell The giant clams are the members of the clam genus Tridacna that are the largest living bivalve mollusks. The giant clam lives in fla...
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1950s Australian Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

English Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Dallas, TX
A lovely bow front tortoiseshell tea caddy inlaid with mother of pearl flowers and topped with a silver badge. English, circa 1870.
Category

1870s English Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Box with a Shell Lid in Style of Alexandre Noll
Located in NYC, NY
A beautiful wood box with a small compartment inside and a shell lid in the manner of Alexandre Noll.
Category

1940s French Minimalist Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Walnut

Antique Figured Walnut Complete Sewing Box Hausburg
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
Complete with Sewing Accompaniments From our Sewing Boxes collection, we are thrilled to offer this stunning Figured Walnut Sewing Box Attributed to Hausburg. The box of rectangula...
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

18th Century Italian Sunray Mounted on a Yellow Hematoid Quartz Heart
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural Sacred Heart - 18th century Italian sunray mounted on a yellow hematoid heart and adorned with yellow crystal quartz points. The piece is inspired by "The Sacred Heart" in...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

Large Japanese Namban Lacquer Coffer Arqueta, 16th Century
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large Japanese Namban lacquer arqueta coffer for the Portuguese market Kyoto, Momoyama-period, late 16th century In Hinoki cypress lacquered in ...
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16th Century Japanese Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Bronze Jewelry-Casket with Ornate Etchings and Cameos Inlaid by Tahan of Paris
Located in Soquel, CA
Bronze Jewelry-Casket with Ornate Etchings and Cameos Inlaid by Tahan of Paris Gorgeously detailed jewelry box by Tahan of Paris. There are four Cameos bezel set on three sides of t...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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

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

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Mosaic Marquetry Octagonal Music Box Granada Moorish Spain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exquisite handcrafted vintage Middle Eastern style mosaic marquetry inlaid walnut wood footed music box. Handcrafted in Spain in the Moorish Syrian style with red velvet lined and a mirror. Decorative Spanish inlaid Marquetry music box intricately and finely inlaid in Islamic geometric designs with marquetry of precious wood decorated with Moorish Islamic motif designs which have been painstakingly inlaid with fruitwoods. Small octagonal walnut Syrian style box intricately decorated with mosaic marquetry. Handcrafted in Granada Spain...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Moorish Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell, Fruitwood

Tiffany Studios New York Bronze Doré and Abalone Pen Tray
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & crafts period gilt bronze and inlaid abalone pen tray By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 8.75"W x 2.63"D x ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Organic Modern Natural Specimens Coral Brunch on Stand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique organic natural specimens brunch coral on a marble and wood stand. Great natural light pink color. Great condition.
Category

1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Rare Georgian Engine Turned Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, GB
Rare Engine Turned Design The Sewing Box of slight sarcophagus shape stood upon four turned ribbed feet. The Sewing Box tapers up to the convex raised lid and features scrolling fl...
Category

Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Urushi Natural Black Lacquer and Abalone Shell Lattice Box M by Alexander Lamont
Located in Khet Bang Sue, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
Water flowing over rocks creates a contrast between the sparkle of the water and the relative opacity of the rocks. In these boxes black lacquer pours over natural shells that glow a...
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Abalone, Walnut, Lacquer

Beautiful and Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell #3
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful and Large Highly Decorative Natural Sea Shell. I purchased a collection of large beautiful Sea Shells from an antique store in Newport.
Category

1940s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Shell

Tortoiseshell Double Inkwell
Located in Dallas, TX
An exquisite blend of elegance and functionality, this tortoiseshell double inkwell is a true collector's delight. With its stunning glass inkwells, brass accents, and convenient sto...
Category

1870s English Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Mother of Pearl Mosaic Inlay Trinket Box, Middle Eastern, c. 1960's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Exquisite handcrafted geometric wood box with micro mosaic inlays of mother of pearl in Khatam artistry, an Ancient Persian technique of inlaying. Moorish style box also features geo...
Category

1960s West Asian Moorish Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Wood

Polished Golden Crystal Quartz Geode with Baroque Pearl
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
A rare large polished quartz geode with cream and golden hues and naturally forming crystal druzy formations. This specimen is from the Appalachian region of Kentucky. This was dug by hand and includes golden druzy crystal formations. This is a particularly large geode specimen...
Category

15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

1950s Mexican Modernism Los Castillo Silver Vase Taxco Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Los Castillo modern silver vase from Mexico Finely crafted hand-wrought silver over copper with abalone inlay detail. Signed Los Castillo Taxco Mexico. 5 tall x 5 diameter ...
Category

1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Silver

Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy With Inlaid Mother Of Pearl
Located in Dallas, TX
Tortoiseshell tea caddy with inlaid mother of pearl from England. Metal lined under two lids.  Excellent condition, circa 1860.
Category

1860s English Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Natural Clamshell Mounted on a Natural Coral Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful natural clamshell with cream color patina, professionally clean and mounted on original natural coral base, some crystal quartz accents. Great nat...
Category

20th Century American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral

One Of A Kind Natural Clamshell Mounted on a Natural Coral Base .
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful natural clamshell with cream color patina, professionally clean and mounted on original natural coral base, with some accents of rock Crystal and citrine crystal . Come in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Coral, Rock Crystal

18th Century Italian 'Florence Fragment' with an Ammonite and Elestial Quartz
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian "Florence Fragment" tassel mounted with an ammonite and adorned with elestial quartz. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found and saved from the historic Florence Flood of 1966. It is part of the The Florence Fragment Collection which is exhibiting with Museo de’ Medici in Florence, Italy this fall. This is a collection of historical fragment...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal

Large One of a Kind Sea Shell and Crystal
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Atlantic trumpet sea shell professionally mounted on a black color marble base. Artistically hand embedded by the artist with crystal quartz pieces that make beautiful art ob...
Category

20th Century American Shell Decorative Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Marble

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