Shell Decorative Objects

Vintage Maitland Smith mother-of-pearl box from the 1980s. This is a larger example, fully clad in luminous mother-of-pearl tiles that create a soft, reflective surface. The thin bla...

This elegant decorative box features a lustrous mosaic exterior composed of square-cut tiles in varying shades of warm, translucent beige and golden ivory, resembling capiz shell or ...

Chromed, polished table lighter in the shape of a bolt. 

Vintage artisan made treasure cost chest decorated with natural sea shells and corals. Great coastal decor.

Shell and silvered brass duck-shaped trinket bowl. Italian work by the Maison Binazzi, circa 1970.

Large Liberty Wooden box, Wood and Mother of Pearl, Italy, 1900s

Set of 3 handmade 6” shells decorated with turbo shells. Great coastal design.

The New Delhi is part of the Mitti Vases collection, presented at the Milan Design Week Fuorisalone 2021 edition and created after a long trip to India. Th...

Wooden ladle with octopus tentacle carvings along the outer cup with inlayed abalone detailing. Dimensions 13” width x 5” depth x 4.5” height. Condition Good vintage condition; pro...

A beautiful Irish 19th century rosewood tea caddy has its original glass and all of its interior. A sarcophagus design sitting on butt...

Solar chandelier, a customizable solar-powered lighting installation for the off-the-grid living room, comprises photovoltaic modules that power LED bulbs to illuminate translucent seashells to provide ambient lighting. The piece aims to demystify PV technology by exposing its components in a legible manner, so that the electrical boards, wires and batteries of the PV modules are clearly visible and comprehensible. Additionally, with a passing breeze, the chandelier becomes a wind chime. It also functions as a type of solar clock as it illuminates automatically at dusk, highlighting hourly solar and seasonal rhythms. The chandelier must be placed in front of a window to gather solar power. The Solar Chandelier lowers electric bills, eliminates wires and outlets, offers multi-directional ambient light, and casts patterns on surrounding surfaces like wallpaper. It can be customized to each setting.     The solar pieces by nea studio...

A fine Palais Royal piece of a putti or child, in fire, mercury gilded ormolu. The child stand over a finely engraved piece of mother of pearl, the patterns of flowers, garlands and ...

Large, hand decorated ostrich egg container featuring a gilded interior. The whole mounted on a sterling silver pedestal with a multifaceted, amethyst cr...

Small Art Deco period eggshell and black lacquer vase. Abstract modern exterior with eggshell ground, black lacquer circle and arc, interior and bas...

A very fine and rare Charles X period Palais Royal ormolu and engraved mother of pearl Statuette Sculpture of a horse. With an engine-milled ormolu mounted mother-of-pearl base Prove...

A very pretty and unusual pair of English gold mounted carved shell cameos of cupid and psyche on English black marble base. Extremely finely carved and clearly conceived as a pair a...

Vintage mother of pearl animal is an original decorative object realized by Anonymous Italian artist in 1970s. Good conditions except for mi...

Hanging from strands of transparent wire, solar chandelier is made from photovoltaic modules that power LED bulbs to illuminate translucent materials of different kinds. The materials, size and height of the chandelier are customizable. Our team fabricates the entire piece in our studio at New Lab in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, where we have access to the necessary tools. Solar chandelier is a way of investigating solar cells as perceptual devices for mediating light into designed spaces. This eco-friendly lighting design incorporates environmental technology while providing ambient lighting and projecting shadow patterns. The piece aims to demystify PV technology by exposing its components in a legible manner. With a passing breeze, the chandelier functions as a wind chime. It also functions as a type of solar clock; the translucent seashells illuminate automatically at dusk, highlighting biological solar rhythms and power. In its mix of organic and technological materials, solar chandelier's translucent seashells illuminate in a manner that aims to be affective in its application of solar technology. The seashells are electrically illuminated after dark. In the daytime, they are lit from the light passing through the window in front of which the chandelier must be placed in order to gather solar power...

An ostrich egg sculpture by Glyn Lockett with silver brass stem and the applied plaque with coral and seed pearls on buffalo Horn silvered base s...

This delightful gold and mother of pearl vinaigrette is ripe with 19th-century charm. Emblazoned with the initials "E.L" for its original owner, the book-shaped vinaigrette almost ce...

This pair of large decorative 1960s oak spheres have been embellished by an independent English artist. They are intricately adorned with a diverse arrangement of seashells. Each sph...

A pair of ostrich eggs mounted on antique wood basis with metal studs. Origin European, Circa 1900. 

Porcelain Candle Holder in White Glazing by Jan Van Der Vaart Additional information: Material: Porcelain, white glazing

Incredible sculpture in wood, glass, lizard and eggshell by AIRIN CANEDO circa 1990

This charming musical jewelry and sewing box is a work of sublime artistry. Almost certainly German or Austrian in origin and crafted of deep, ebonized...

Silver camera photograph entitled “Heterotopia #SMEIPVI, Heterotopiaé series”, rectangular in shape and in its blond oak frame. Contemporary work produced in 2012. Dimensions: H 17...

Japanese decorative woven box. Late Edo/Early Meiji Japanese box, with mother-of-pearl and ceramic inlay in autumnal leaf motif. Complete with working lock a...

Bring the exotic allure of the tropics into your home with this striking vintage floor vase. Masterfully crafted from a mosaic of crushed coconut shell, the vessel presents a deep, r...

Designed exclusively by Urban Art Home, this is a one-of-a-kind decorative box made of wood layered in jute with sterling silver hardware that has a fossilized snail with sterling si...

Discover the unique charm of this vintage Boho ceramic bowl, artfully crafted to resemble an oyster shell. This captivating piece brings a touch of coastal elegance and natural beauty to any interior, perfectly aligning with a relaxed, eclectic aesthetic. The bowl features intricate detailing and a textured finish that mimics the organic irregularities of a natural oyster, rendered in warm, earthy tones. Its robust ceramic construction ensures durability, while its distinctive design makes it a striking decorative accent. Ideal for holding trinkets, displaying dried botanicals, or simply as a standalone objet d'art, it’s a versatile piece that speaks to both nature-inspired design and artisanal craftsmanship. Measuring 8 inches in width and 4.5 inches in height, this bowl is a substantial and eye-catching addition to any collection. It is in great vintage condition, showcasing minor scuffs and blemishes appropriate to its age and use, which contribute to its authentic character and allure. This unique ceramic oyster bowl...

This set of three hand painted vases in porcelain is unique of its kind. As the result of a fine 3D processing, the extra fine shell of each vase has a thickness of 1 millimetre,...

Ostrich egg is 5.5" w. No cracks or repairs.

Milk Jug and Cream Jug by Bodil Manz Own Studio Bowl in Eggshell Ceramics. Porcelain, transparent glaze with hand-painted black trim white over matte cream glaze. The cream jug, mad...