Seashell Collection (page 8)

Plate, c. 1936. Creator: Beverly Chichester
Plate, c. 1936

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Bull Wharf, interior of the Shell Warehouse, London, 1890 (b / w photo)
1812800 Bull Wharf, interior of the Shell Warehouse, London, 1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives

A Mayan shell pectoral with the profile torso of a dignitary, c. 450-650 (shell)
1767157 A Mayan shell pectoral with the profile torso of a dignitary, c.450-650 (shell) by Mayan; 10.2 wide cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Basket of Grapes and other Fruit (oil on panel)
1766784 A Basket of Grapes and other Fruit (oil on panel) by Ast, Balthasar van der (c.1593-1657); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Basket of Grapes and other Fruit)

Sea Shells, 1875 (oil on canvas)
989569 Sea Shells, 1875 (oil on canvas) by Moore, Albert Joseph (1841-93); 79.5x36 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea Shells. Albert Joseph Moore (1841-1893). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1875

The Fair Conchologist, (pencil and watercolour with gum arabic)
991386 The Fair Conchologist, (pencil and watercolour with gum arabic) by Bayes, Alfred Walter (1858-1903); 37.5x27.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fair Conchologist)

Still life with shells, with nautilus, vases, glasses and coral branches (oil on panel)
3084899 Still life with shells, with nautilus, vases, glasses and coral branches (oil on panel) by Ryckaert, David II (1586-1642); 60x90.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mounted nautilus cup, Nagyszeben, mid 17th century (shell & silver-gilt)
lobed, spiral, seashell, metal, whale, biblical, cup, ornate, baroque, sea monster, silverware, fish, stem, chased, metalwork, asymmetrical, curved, repousse, old testament, sea-monster, goblet

Shell, Dish and Fruit, c. 1922 (oil on board)
657625 Shell, Dish and Fruit, c.1922 (oil on board) by Wood, Christopher (1901-30); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shell, Dish and Fruit. Christopher Wood (1901-1930). Oil on board

A Message from the Sea (engraving)
5234318 A Message from the Sea (engraving) by Cousins, Samuel (1801-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Message from the Sea)

Arcadian Shepherds, c. 1655 (oil on canvas)
5242276 Arcadian Shepherds, c.1655 (oil on canvas) by Castiglione, Giovanni Benedetto (Il Grechetto) (1609-64); 110.5x109.5 cm; J

Bronze depicting the Birth of Venus, by Le Mosca (engraving)
5207517 Bronze depicting the Birth of Venus, by Le Mosca (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bronze depicting the Birth of Venus, by Le Mosca)

Mythical horned Lion Atlantes at the base of a fountain
1126706 Mythical horned Lion Atlantes at the base of a fountain, Quinta da Regalia; Sintra; Portugal c.1915 (stone) by Portuguese School, (18th century); Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra

Vanitas Still Life, c. 1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work)
877306 Vanitas Still Life, c.1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work) by Robinson, Robert (fl.1674-1706); 29.1x21.5 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Shell gorget, Dallas Phase, 1300-1500 (marine shell)
DBP422887 Shell gorget, Dallas Phase, 1300-1500 (marine shell) by Mississippian culture (c.800-1500); diam: 17.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; American, out of copyright

The Wishing Bone - Christmas card (chromolitho)
731687 The Wishing Bone - Christmas card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wishing Bone - Christmas card)

The first Huns tank captured by the French (colour litho)
2808696 The first Huns tank captured by the French (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The first tank of the Huns captured by the French)

Go out of Italy, go outside, stranger! (colour litho)
2808659 Go out of Italy, go outside, stranger! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Go out of Italy, go outside, stranger)

The Russo-Japanese War, death of Russian Commander General Keller due to a howitzer blast (Colour Litho)
2798807 The Russo-Japanese War, death of Russian Commander General Keller due to a howitzer blast (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The overwhelming Italian advance in Greece, before the Hellenic surrender (Colour Litho)
2778556 The overwhelming Italian advance in Greece, before the Hellenic surrender (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate with Neptune in his chariot, c. 1730 - 1750 (tin-glazed earthenware, maiolica)
1217346 Plate with Neptune in his chariot, c. 1730 - 1750 (tin-glazed earthenware, maiolica) by Campani, Ferdinando Maria (fl.c.1745) (attr)

Detail from a Mayan shell roundel, depicting a crosslegged scribe with pen in hand, c
1767156 Detail from a Mayan shell roundel, depicting a crosslegged scribe with pen in hand, c.550-950 (shell) by Mayan; 5.1 dia

A tulip, a carnation, spray of forget-me-nots, with a shell, a lizard and a grasshopper
2837566 A tulip, a carnation, spray of forget-me-nots, with a shell, a lizard and a grasshopper, on a ledge, a dragonfly in flight (oil on panel) by Ast

Mounted nautilus cup, Nagyszeben, mid 17th century (shell & silver-gilt
3434805 Mounted nautilus cup, Nagyszeben, mid 17th century (shell & silver-gilt) (detail of 3434804) by Hungarian School (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Makers mark NK)

A Conchologist Holding a Nautilus Shell, (oil on panel)
659324 A Conchologist Holding a Nautilus Shell, (oil on panel) by Keyser, Thomas de (1596/7-1667); 23.5x17.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Conchologist Holding a Nautilus Shell)

The Sound of the Sea, 1879 (oil on panel)
700733 The Sound of the Sea, 1879 (oil on panel) by Gussow, Karl (1843-1907); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Idole a la Croquille, (bronze with brown patina and seashell)
652436 Idole a la Croquille, (bronze with brown patina and seashell) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); height: 34.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Idole a la Croquille. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)

Shell vessel with animal, Igbo-Ukwu, 9th - 10th century (leaded bronze)
DBP412933 Shell vessel with animal, Igbo-Ukwu, 9th - 10th century (leaded bronze) by Nigerian; height: 21 cm; Private Collection; Photo eDirk Bakker; Nigerian, out of copyright

Woman with Seashell, 1906 (litho)
874660 Woman with Seashell, 1906 (litho) by Belleroche, Albert de (1864-1944); 56.2 x46.99 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; eSan Diego Museum of Art; Gift of George C

Floral Study with beaker, grasshopper and seashells (oil on panel)
LMG140069 Floral Study with beaker, grasshopper and seashells (oil on panel) by Ast, Balthasar van der (c.1593-1657); 37.2x26.1 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery)

Seashells, 1907 (oil on canvas)
FIT58210 Seashells, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Gertler, Mark (1891-1939); 27.5x40 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English, out of copyright

Vase from Saint-Clement, Meurthe, France, decorated with putti on a seashell throne. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery

The Shell (Conus marmoreus) 1650 (etching)
XJF416573 The Shell (Conus marmoreus) 1650 (etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

The Leisure Hour, 1862 (oil on panel)
3822451 The Leisure Hour, 1862 (oil on panel) by Smith, George (1829-1901); 40.6x35.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English, out of copyright

After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes
2777601 After the last offensive on the Karst, the recovery of the guns abandoned by the Austrians in the sinkholes (colour litho) by Beltrame

Against the enemy that comes from above, our anti-aircraft batteries stop an incursion of Austrian airplanes
2777512 Against the enemy that comes from above, our anti-aircraft batteries stop an incursion of Austrian airplanes (colour litho) by Beltrame

A Victorian Christmas Card of a girl holding a sea shell to her ear
3604393 A Victorian Christmas Card of a girl holding a sea shell to her ear and listening to the sound of the sea, with an intricate pierced paper-lace border

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"Discover the Beauty of Seashells on Sanibel Island, Florida" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of seashells as you stroll along the pristine shores of Sanibel Island, Florida. Known as a haven for shell enthusiasts, this idyllic destination offers an abundance of treasures waiting to be discovered. Just like Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Shell, " which depicts the exquisite Conus marmoreus shell from centuries ago, these natural wonders continue to captivate us with their intricate patterns and delicate hues. They serve as a reminder of the timeless beauty found in nature. As you explore the coastal landscapes, take a moment to appreciate James M. Sommerville and Christian Schussele's artwork showcasing ocean life. Their creations transport us into an underwater realm where seashells play a vital role in sustaining marine ecosystems. Venturing further across continents, witness Cape Patterson's tidal wash in Victoria, Australia. Here they can gracefully scattered along sandy beaches by gentle waves—a testament to Mother Nature's artistry at work. Simone Martini's portrayal of Saint James Major adorned with shells reminds us that throughout history, these treasures have held cultural significance and symbolized various beliefs and traditions worldwide. Drawing inspiration from Japan’s geisha culture is another glimpse into how seashells have influenced fashion and style over time. The iconic geisha hairstyle viewed from behind mirrors the elegant curves and graceful lines reminiscent formations—an artistic connection between human creativity and nature’s design. Amongst all this beauty lies one exceptional gem—the elusive black pearl—shrouded in mystery and coveted for its rarity. Its dark luster echoes our fascination with unique specimens found within shells' protective embrace. Finally, let us not forget that even humble snail shells deserve their moment in nature’s spotlight—a small yet significant part of our ecosystem that showcases resilience amidst adversity.