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Fossilized Clamshell with Naturally Formed Pearl on Polished Agate Base

$525
$70025% Off
£398.10
£530.8025% Off
€465.12
€620.1625% Off
CA$750.72
CA$1,000.9625% Off
A$762.24
A$1,016.3225% Off
CHF 432.10
CHF 576.1325% Off
MX$9,285.64
MX$12,380.8625% Off
NOK 5,110.54
NOK 6,814.0525% Off
SEK 5,112.02
SEK 6,816.0325% Off
DKK 3,476.67
DKK 4,635.5725% Off

About the Item

Fossilized clamshell with a natural forming pearl and mounted on a polished agate base. This unique type of fossilized clamshell can be up to 1.5 to 2 million years old. The striking contrast between the warm ridges of the shell and the dynamic outer framing of sand represents one of natures most interesting forms of preservation. 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 age of the naturally fossilized clamshell.
  • Creator:
    Interi (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Agate,Metal,Shell,Other,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2020
  • Production Type:
    One of a Kind
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Interi transforms Italian artifacts and natural elements using artistic methods and contemporary interpretations. The clamshell has been joined together with the stand and agate base to create a new sculptural work. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Columbia, SC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5127148227852

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