Shell Encrusted Mirror
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
encrusted with an array of natural shells arranged in a mesmerizing sunburst design. Radiating seaside charm
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Shell, Mirror, Wood
Custom Organic Shell-Encrusted Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a lovely organic shell-encrusted wall mirror with a scorpion spider conch shell prominently
Category
20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring the ocean indoors with this stunning vintage coastal mirror, encrusted with a variety of
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Late 20th Century American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Glass, Wood
Coastal Oval Sea Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A shell encrusted mirror that will bring the beach indoors. A perfect reminder of the beach, this
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20th Century American Folk Art More Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Oval Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
This vintage coastal oval mirror is beautifully encrusted with a variety of natural seashells
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Sea Shell Encrusted Round Wall Mirror
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage richly encrusted with Florida Sanibel island sea shells round wall mirror. Central sea star
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Coastal Rectangular Sea Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A rectangular seashell encrusted framed mirror. The perfect way to add a touch of coastal flare to
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20th Century American Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Late 20th Century Tony Douquette Style Sea Shell Encrusted Round Mirror
By Tony Duquette
Located in Charleston, SC
home with its seashell encrusted frame in natural, earth-tone colors.
Category
Late 20th Century American Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Materials
Plaster, Mirror, Shell
Vintage Seashell Shell Encrusted Round Circular Palm Beach Wall Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely vintage round shell seashell wall mirror. Comes ready to hang. The mirror portion will be
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Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Vintage Oval Seashell Encrusted Mirror
By Tony Duquette
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Oval Seashell Encrusted Mirror.
Offered is a lovely Hollywood Regency style seashell
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Handcrafted Natural Coastal Sea Shell Encrusted Anchor Wall Hanging
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
large selection of shell-encrusted wall mirrors and boxes available.
Dimensions:
10.5" Wide
13.5" Tall
Category
20th Century American Victorian Nautical Objects
Materials
Shell, Wood
Pair of Seashell Encrusted Parsons Style Mirror Top Stands or Tables
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of stands crafted in wood in parsons style with an inset mirror in the top and entirely
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Shell
Recent Sales
Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in So. Egremont, MA
Oval mirror with a frame made of artistically designed
collaged seashells.
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Shell
Seashell Oval Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handcrafted, unique shell encrusted mirror featuring top grade seashells. Meticulously, designed by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
SHELL MIRROR
Located in York, ME
shell encrusted rectangular mirror found in maine.composed of north atlantic shells.
Category
Antique 19th Century Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
Monumental Shell Encrusted Entry Mirror after Tony Duquette
By Barry Jelinski
Located in Austin, TX
An over-the-top nod to Tony Duquette, this fabulous one of a kind mirror frame is encrusted with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mir...
Materials
Driftwood
Vintage Shell Encrusted Mirror, 1950s
Located in Essex, MA
Vintage shell encrusted mirror, oval design, 1950s.
Category
20th Century Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
A Modern Shell Encrusted Mirror
By J. Antony Redmile
Located in New York, NY
A modern shell encrusted mirror in the manner of Anthony Redmile
Category
Vintage 1960s Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Glass, Wood
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring coastal allure to your space with this vintage shell-encrusted mirror. American-crafted with
Category
Late 20th Century American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Vintage Coastal Monumental Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Step into coastal opulence with the 'Vintage Coastal Monumental Shell-Encrusted Mirror', a stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Oversized 19th Century Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning large 19th century shell encrusted mirror. Mirror is encrusted with a multitude of
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring the beauty of the ocean into your home with this exquisite vintage coastal shell-encrusted
Category
Late 20th Century American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Oyster Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a unique hand-crafted circular custom mirror framed by clusters of natural oyster shells.
Category
20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Spectacular Oversized Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is an exceptional and dramatic custom mirror, the frame encrusted with a myriad of unique shells and coral.
Category
2010s Unknown Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
An Antique Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
This Mirror from the last half of the 19th century is in a mahogany frame and retains its old
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Wall Mirrors
Materials
Plaster, Shell
19th Century French Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous French Coquillages Oval Mirror From The 19th Century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Mirrors - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
44" H, these substantial mirrors offer both function and visual impact. The aged patina on the shells
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror After Palecek
By Palecek Furniture
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Coastal Mirror, inspired by Palecek, is encrusted with natural shells, bringing
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Late 20th Century American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
OVAL SHELL ENCRUSTED MIRROR
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LARGE OVAL MIRROR COVER WITH SEA SHELL, CORAL AND TORTOISE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Decorative Art
Materials
Mirror
Sand and Shell Encrusted Mirrored Vantiy
Located in Hudson, NY
A Seven Drawer vanity or desk with inset mirror panels decorated with sand and shell work.
Category
20th Century American Vanities
Materials
Wood, Mirror, Shell
20th Century Shell Mirror
Located in London, GB
A mid-20th century shell encrusted mirror, the frame housing a bevelled oval plate.
Category
Vintage 1960s English More Mirrors
Coquillage Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elaborately decorated shell encrusted mirror.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Resin
19TH C. Coquillage Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elaborately Detailed Sea Shell Encrusted Mirror - Floral Motif
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Fabulous Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a unique mirror with an arching cornice. This custom mirror is composed of a variety of
Category
20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Vintage Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage heavily encrusted shell mirror for your entry or powder room. Very well done and very
Category
20th Century Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Rectangular Mirror with Shell-Encrusted Frame
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This mirror plate is surrounded by a rectangular frame heavily encrusted with shells of varying
Category
2010s American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Shell
Shell Encrusted Broken-Pediment Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This single mirror is a beautiful example of shell-art design. The "broken-pediment style" cornice
Category
20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Ruffle Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
This exquisite vintage coastal mirror is a true work of art, featuring an encrusted ruffle frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Mirror with Shell Encrusted Frame
Located in Dallas, TX
a large bevelled mirror with a variety of seashells forming / covering the frame, a crested top
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20th Century Unknown Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Shell Encrusted "Broken-Pediment Style" Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This mirror is a beautiful example of shell-art design. The broken-pediment style cornice centering
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20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Coastal Oval Sea Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An oval seashell-encrusted hanging wall mirror that will bring the beach indoors. A perfect
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20th Century American American Classical Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
Grotto Style Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A grotto style mirror, encrusted with many varieties of white shells and coral. The beveled mirror
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Vintage 1960s American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Oval Sea Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror in Pink, Purple and Yellow
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A fantastic way to bring the beach indoors. This unique oval mirror is oval in shape and encrusted
Category
20th Century American Bohemian Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Shell
1960s Italian Oval Wall Mirror Encrusted with Sea Shells and Corals
Located in London, GB
This is a highly decorative oval mirror that has a generous frieze of sea shells encrusted around
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Shell and Gem Encrusted Mirror by Anthony Redmile
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elaborate and rare hand made sea shell and coral encrusted wall mirror with amethyst and
Category
Vintage 1970s English Wall Mirrors
Materials
Amethyst
Shell and Gem Encrusted Mirror by Anthony Redmile
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elaborate hand made sea shell and coral encrusted wall mirror with amethyst and malachite
Category
Vintage 1970s English Wall Mirrors
Materials
Amethyst
Maison Jansen Style Mid-Century Modern Sea Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous shell mirror in the manner of Maison Jansen and features absolutely gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Fruitwood
White Coastal Seashell Encrusted Square Mirror, Philippines
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A small square seashell encrusted wall mirror. The back is created from wood, with various types of
Category
20th Century Philippine Tribal Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Oval Seashell Encrusted Wall Mirror
By French Opaline
Located in Dallas, TX
seashell mirror. Only the best quality seashells used on this piece. This handmade mirror requires a crate
Category
Late 20th Century French French Provincial Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
Vintage Grotto Style Oval Seashell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Charleston, SC
Wonderful intricate crafted mirror with hundreds of perfectly place. These organic shaped shells in
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Natural Sculptural Coastal Seashell Encrusted "Tonna" Hand Crafted Round Mirror
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Introducing an exquisite handmade seashell-encrusted round wall mirror, ready to hang with a heavy
Category
2010s North American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
H 34 in W 34 in D 5 in
Natural Shell Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Rectangular shell mirror heavily encrusted with richly-patinated sea shells including conch, large
Category
20th Century Wall Mirrors
Natural Shell Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Large rectangular shell mirror heavily encrusted with richly-patinated sea shells including conch
Category
20th Century Wall Mirrors
Large Vintage Seashell and Coral Encrusted Wall Mirror, Style of Christa Wilm
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This impressing mirror is housed in a wide frame encrusted by small and large white clam shells
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Coral
OVAL ANTIQUE MIRROR ENCRUSTED WITH SEA SHELLS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LARGE OVAL MIRROR COVER WITH SEA SHELLS, CORAL AND TORTOISE.
Category
Late 20th Century American Decorative Art
Materials
Mirror
SMALL OVAL ANTIQUE MIRROR ENCRUSTED WITH SEA SHELLS.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
OVAL ANTIQUE MIRROR ENCRUSTED SEA SHELLS.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Decorative Art
Materials
Mirror
shell encrusted wrought iron marble top console table
Located in Hudson, NY
encrusted venetian mirror (#05091981132)was designed to compliment this console. Part of a collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Heart Shaped Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A heart shaped shell encrusted mirror frame. Favorite shell picks, line the heart shape frame and
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Rustic Wall Mirrors
Large Shell Encrusted Mirror by Redmile
By J. Antony Redmile
Located in London, GB
A large English shell encrusted mirror by Anthony Redmile. With a black moulded slip and a border
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Plywood
Wonderful Vintage Coastal Hand Made Sea Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vintage Coastal Hand Made Sea Shell Encrusted Mirror
Category
20th Century Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirrors - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace coastal charm with this pair of vintage shell-encrusted mirrors. Each mirror is beautifully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Domed Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This domed mirror is a beautiful rendition of shell art creating a mirror plate framed by a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Vintage Coastal Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage coastal mirror encrusted with seashells, capturing seaside charm with its intricate, hand
Category
Mid-20th Century American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror, Wood
Large Vintage Sea Shell Encrusted Mirror
Located in North Miami, FL
Exceptional handiwork and scale are the hallmarks of this large antiqued mirror in a meticulously
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Oval Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This delicate handcrafted shell encrusted mirror is a perfect accent for an upscale interior. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror
Fantastic Shell Decorated Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Vintage sea shell encrusted mirror, well executed, great original condition. The mirror shows
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Shell-Covered Oval Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
One-of-a-kind oval shell-encrusted mirror. The colors of the shells are cream and off-white
Category
20th Century French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Shell
Coquillage Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elaborately decorated shell encrusted mirror. Generous amounts of large and small opalescent shells
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Shell, Wood
Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a hand made shell encrusted hanging wall mirror. The mirror can be mounted in a horizontal
Category
20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Small Oval Mirror with Shell Encrusted Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A small shell encrusted frame - a vintage and folk art piece with a red felt back. The piece is
Category
20th Century Folk Art Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Custom Oval Mirror with Shell-Encrusted Frame
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This romantic and delicate custom oval mirror has a beautiful frame of artistically encrusted
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell, Mirror
Large 1940s English Shell Encrusted Wall Mirror
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A stunning rectangular wall mirror with a shell encrusted frame and oval beveled glass.
Category
Vintage 1940s English Wall Mirrors
Materials
Shell
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Shell Encrusted Mirror For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic shell encrusted mirror available at 1stDibs. A shell encrusted mirror — often made from shell, glass and mirror — can elevate any home. Find 24 options for an antique or vintage shell encrusted mirror now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer shell encrusted mirror, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right shell encrusted mirror, those designed in Hollywood Regency, Modern and Rococo styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shell encrusted mirror over the years, but those crafted by French Opaline and La Barge are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Finding the Right Mirrors for You
The road from early innovations in reflective glass to the alluring antique and vintage mirrors in trendy modern interiors has been a long one but we’re reminded of the journey everywhere we look.
In many respects, wall mirrors, floor mirrors and full-length mirrors are to interior design what jeans are to dressing. Exceedingly versatile. Universally flattering. Unobtrusively elegant. And while all mirrors are not created equal, even in their most elaborate incarnation, they're still the heavy lifters of interior design, visually enlarging and illuminating any space.
We’ve come a great distance from the polished stone that served as mirrors in Central America thousands of years ago or the copper mirrors of Mesopotamia before that. Today’s coveted glass Venetian mirrors, which should be cleaned with a solution of white vinegar and water, were likely produced in Italy beginning in the 1500s, while antique mirrors originating during the 19th century can add the rustic farmhouse feel to your mudroom that you didn’t know you needed.
By the early 20th century, experiments with various alloys allowed for mirrors to be made inexpensively. The geometric shapes and beveled edges that characterize mirrors crafted in the Art Deco style of the 1920s can bring pizzazz to your entryway, while an ornate LaBarge mirror made in the Hollywood Regency style makes a statement in any bedroom. Friedman Brothers is a particularly popular manufacturer known for decorative round and rectangular framed mirrors designed in the Rococo, Louis XVI and other styles, including dramatic wall mirrors framed in gold faux bamboo that bear the hallmarks of Asian design.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, mid-century modernism continues to influence the design of contemporary mirrors. Today’s simple yet chic mantel mirror frames, for example, often neutral in color, owe to the understated mirror designs introduced in the postwar era.
Sculptor and furniture maker Paul Evans had been making collage-style cabinets since at least the late 1950s when he designed his Patchwork mirror — part of a series that yielded expressive works of combined brass, copper and pewter — for Directional Furniture during the mid-1960s. Several books celebrating Evans’s work were published beginning in the early 2000s, as his unconventional furniture has been enjoying a moment not unlike the resurgence that the Ultrafragola mirror is seeing. Designed by the Memphis Group’s Ettore Sottsass in 1970, the Ultrafragola mirror, in all its sensuous acrylic splendor, has become somewhat of a star thanks to much-lauded appearances in shelter magazines and on social media.
On 1stDibs, we have a broad selection of vintage and antique mirrors and tips on how to style your contemporary mirror too.
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