Exquisite Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Nautilus Shell
A rare and dreamy vintage nautilus shell, carefully polished to reveal the luminous mother-of-pearl beneath its original surface. The nacre carries a high-gloss finish, shifting softly between ivory, silver, and pale gold, emphasizing the shell’s natural spiral and sculptural clarity. At 20cm wide, this shell has a strong presence—substantial enough to stand alone, yet refined in its proportions. The surface reads clean and considered, with the iridescence bringing quiet movement to the form. There is a small, professionally repaired fracture and hole to one side, visible in the images. This has been taken into account in the pricing and does not detract from the overall integrity or visual impact of the piece. A vintage specimen, and therefore an environmentally conscious alternative to newly sourced shells. In the flat-lay photo, the shell is shown in the upper right corner.
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Product Details
Material: Natural Nautilus Shells Polished to Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Condition: Good with Slight Signs of Age
Dimensions: 20cm L x 11cm W x 17cm H
Weight: ca 310 grams
Curated as part of Les Thèmes 'Printemps' collection, April 2026.
Exquisite Vintage Mother-of-Pearl Nautilus Shell
A rare and dreamy vintage nautilus shell, carefully polished to reveal the luminous mother-of-pearl beneath its original surface. The nacre carries a high-gloss finish, shifting softly between ivory, silver, and pale gold, emphasizing the shell’s natural spiral and sculptural clarity. At 20cm wide, this shell has a strong presence—substantial enough to stand alone, yet refined in its proportions. The surface reads clean and considered, with the iridescence bringing quiet movement to the form. There is a small, professionally repaired fracture and hole to one side, visible in the images. This has been taken into account in the pricing and does not detract from the overall integrity or visual impact of the piece. A vintage specimen, and therefore an environmentally conscious alternative to newly sourced shells. In the flat-lay photo, the shell is shown in the upper right corner.
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Product Details
Material: Natural Nautilus Shells Polished to Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Condition: Good with Slight Signs of Age
Dimensions: 20cm L x 11cm W x 17cm H
Weight: ca 310 grams
Curated as part of Les Thèmes 'Printemps' collection, April 2026.
