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Iridescent Abalone Shell on 18th Century Italian Gilded Base with Baroque Pearls

$1,250
£970.30
€1,100.63
CA$1,784.80
A$1,966.71
CHF 1,020.10
MX$23,391.33
NOK 12,903.95
SEK 12,088.26
DKK 8,220.02

About the Item

Iridescent abalone shell mounted on an 18th century Italian gilded and hand-carved base with baroque pearls. Abalone shells or "Haliotis Iris" are shells with an interior of iridescent mother-of-pearl. The baroque pearls perfectly coordinate with the abalone shell. It is mounted on the 18th century Italian gilded base to create a sculptural work of organic and old. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the artist and creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects when she created the piece and the period shows that the Italian base is originally 18th century. Together, the elements create a contemporary, organic, sculptural work.
  • Creator:
    Interi (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2025
  • Production Type:
    One of a Kind
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Interi transforms Italian artifacts using artistic methods and contemporary interpretations. The Italian base has been put together with the natural elements to create a contemporary work of art.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5127147564682

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