Vintage Carved Shell Objets, Circa 1940s-60s
Vintage Carved Shell Objets, Circa 1940s-60s
Vintage Carved Shell Objets, Circa 1940s-60s.
Carved shell dish with footed shell base. The body of this shell has been cut to reveal its interior compartments, finished with leaf detailing across the surface. The interior of the dish shows off the natural pearlescent finish of this shell. The base and body are joined with a brass screw at the center interior. Circa 1940s.
Small carved shell leaf dish with footed shell base. The body of this dish is carved into the form of a leaf complete with carved vein details. The interior of the dish shows off the pearlescent finish of this natural shell. The base and body are joined with a steel screw at the center interior. Circa 1950s.
Small carved wood skeleton key form with top-applied mother-of-pearl surface. Likely produced as a souvenir piece. Circa 1950s.
Small shell spoon with silver and mini shell handle. Hammered silver metal handle with a small shell inserted into its end. The bowl of the spoon is constructed from a full shallow shell. Circa 1960s.
**Each sold separately.
Condition: Great vintage condition with very light surface wear.
Specs:
Large Shell Dish: 4 3/8” L | 3 3/4” D | 3 1/4” H
Small Leaf Dish: 4” L | 2 1/2” D | 1 3/4” H
Shell Key: 5 1/4” L | 1 3/8” W | 1/4” Thickness
Shell Spoon: 5 1/4” L | 1 3/4” W | 5/8” Thickness of Handle
