Cowrie Shell

Cowrie shells are symbols of womanhood and magic.

20th century African Dan hand carved mask from Liberia with Cowrie Shells. From the Ivory Coast. Mask height without fabric: 19.5" T Overall: 9" W x 12" D x 31" T.

Beautifully fashioned William IV silver-mounted Cowrie shell snuffbox, circa 1825. Marked with makers mark only, "IR" is stamped on the inside of the lid and is possibly John Reilly...

A double strand necklace of choker length of lapis lazuli, carnelian, turquoise and gold beads with a lapis lazuli cowrie shell bead in the center. The lapis shell is 1.5 cm in lengt...

This is an oversized and stylized cowrie shell sofa settee. The settee is constructed of a polymer / polyurethane foam of Mr.

Two well-loved Yoruba twin figures "ibeji" with cloaks made of cowrie shells on cloth, Nigeria, early 20th century.

Hand-embroidered Shawl with cowrie shells, a monetary system at the time period.

Two twin figures "ibeji", wearing cloaks covered with cowrie shells, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa, early 20 century.

Back buckled wide belt with cowrie shells interspersed between stitched piping circa 1990s.

Decorating the bodies of the containers are cowrie shells and glass beads. Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century (Or Before) Average Measurement of Each Container's Widths and Depths:...

A beautiful 3-layered Rattan Basket from Africa, Burkina Faso, nicely decorated with Cowrie Shells, good old and used patina, nice shine of the used materials, very decorative item

Ceremonial mask from the Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea, associated with the dance traditions of the Eastern Highlands. Crafted from wood, cowrie shells, clay, pigment, and p...

Natural materials, in this case cowrie shells, hold a long history of use in African art often associated with beauty and spirituality.

Natural materials, in this case cowrie shells, hold a long history of use in African art often associated with beauty and spirituality.

Sea shells are that is considered to be lucky. Conch shells or cowrie shells have a special meaning and are said to enhance travel luck and strengthen long-distance relationships.

Title: Sap of earth n' blood, leaky, which adaptation may deliver one baby, to clear ethnicity and transparent gender in centre and in likeness of parents, baby by wife, baby by husb...

Ethiopian Harari Basket, a single coil built up of reeds and woven natural dyed grasses as the design, with a leather bound foot and a rim with four straps decorated with three appli...

Title: Preternatural passage came from wet whiteness and mercantile madness, paid for circular migrations, she went thirty six directions that is all the more different, where empire...

Eleven ancient carnelian beads and ten gold beads, all shaped to resemble cowrie shells. There are twenty-two spherical gold beads alternating between the shell beads.

The shape of the mpaan echoes the structure of several Kuba masks, including the Mukyeeng. Embellished with cowrie shells and small blue, red and white beads, this headdress is a ric...

Traditionally worn as a symbol of rank and title, this beautiful Kuba chieftain's cap (laket mishiing) is embellished with cowrie shells and rows of blue, white and black glass beads.

Each object is typically represented twice, one made of cowrie shells and another made of beads, both applied onto woven fiber.

Lele Face Mask Democratic Republic of the Congo Early-Mid 20th century Wood, raffia, plant fiber, cotton, wool, cowrie shells, glass beads HxW: 10 x 9 inches Each piece of tribal...

We carvers seem to have focused their skills on carving powerful face masks to which paraphernalia such as cowrie shells, bells, nails and feathers were attached.

Subjects represent themselves wearing traditional Black hairstyles and accessories such as cowrie shells, gold rings, necklaces, bracelets, and hoop earrings that are symbolic and as...

Each column stands an impressive seven feet high and is covered with a mix of cowrie and clam shells.

The central support raised on four splayed feet, the shaped top and body encrusted throughout with cowrie, scallop and clam shells. Please enquire about international shipping costs.

Search HKFA on 1stdibs, view my storefront and see the other work by Louis Durot, an oversized cowrie shell sofa settee sculptural work of art / furniture. - Mr.

The traditional jewelry of Nagaland is made from a variety of materials such as carnelian and glass beads, natural coral, bronze, boar tusks, shells, ivory, conch shells, and cowries...

African Cowrie Shell and Glass Bead Bib with Jute String Tie

African Cowrie Shell and Glass Bead Bib with Jute String Tie

Hand made large mounted cowrie shell necklace woven onto a cotton back from Papua New Guinea.

2000S African Beaded Harness Top With Cowrie Shells

Originally used as currency, cowrie shells became a symbol of wealth, power, fertility, and protection for many African cultures.

An unusual twentieth century cowrie shell hanging light, with four tiers, and twisting shell beading to the body.

Georgian, sterling silver-mounted Cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, London, 1815.

It has a belt holder with intricate decorative work including dyed red hair and cowrie shells arranged in a head-hunting pattern made to look like the enemy's teeth called "aghuhu".

The inner trim features polished cowrie shells, adding a refined and textural contrast.

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Large Spotted Tiger Cowrie shell from Tibet with brass Repousse work pendant .

The bowl of the Caddy Spoon is formed as a beautifully shaded natural Cowrie Shell. The shell bowl has a plain silver rim and the bifurated handle displays a double thread edge.

The beautifully shaded Cowrie shell displays plain silver mounts and the hinged cover is engraved with an outer Greek key border, concealed hinge, and central vacant shield shaped ca...

Circa 1920s Chinese vest of woven fiber is beaded with cowry shells and mounted on a custom made iron stand.

Shell pendant with natural diamonds and blue topaz gemstone, set in 14k gold. Wear this pendant alone or layer it with other gold chains for a beautiful layered effect. Order incl...

"As an African-American artist in today’s world, I embody the vast differences found in our collective backgrounds. I view them as cultural assets. We are always self discovering and...

"As an African-American artist in today’s world, I embody the vast differences found in our collective backgrounds. I view them as cultural assets. We are always self discovering and...

A money cowrie shell forms the clasp. Mounted on a black metal stand.

Cowrie shells on the necklace range from the sizes to 3" to 4" in length.

A mid-century engraved gold and cowrie shell brooch in the form of a turtle with ruby eyes, in 14k.

A bold pair of multicolored gemstone and shell earrings. The 18k yellow gold mounts each with a 1 1/4" x 3/4" purple-topped tiger cowrie shell surrounded by mixed cut amethysts, peri...

2nd part 19th century Tibetan beaded garment with turquoise, amber, cowrie shell on metal pedestal-stand in good condition, very ornamental.

Papua New Guinea Sepik River Painted Wood Mask, with feather border and cowrie shells to nose. 31.5" H x 17" W.

Papua New Guinea Sepik River Carved and Polychrome Painted Wood Sculpture, with cowrie shells and feathers. 48.5" H x 9.75" Diameter.

Long Vanjari cushion: face is an antique Vanjari block print in indigo and madder red backed with a vintage hemp textile. Decorated in cowrie shells with a zip fastening and feather ...

A large and impressive white lace coral box with cowrie shells, finger coral and purple coral accents.

Conical lakets such as this were typically worn by title-holding men, and expensive cowrie shells signal a high-ranking title. We've set this intricately-crafted cap on a custom stee...

Papua New Guinea Sepik River Polychrome Painted Carved Wood Mask, with feather border and cowrie shells applied to face. 37" H x 28" W.

This striking early 20th century tapa bark cloth from Western Samoa and the greater Tongan cultural sphere is a rare and powerful example of Pacific Island textile artistry. Hand-pai...

An antique Victorian scent bottle pendant necklace, circa 1890–1900. The three-dimensional bottle is formed from two matching convex mother-of-pearl panels secured within a brass fra...

WOMAN’S WRAPPER (BOGOLANFINI) Mali, Bamana people First half 20th century (probably made circa 1970) Cotton (hand-spun), strip weave; painting with mud and plant dyes These textil...

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Large Long Robert Goossens Rive Gauche Shell Water Drop Pendant Charm Circle Grey Brown Glow Y Chunky Statement Choker Collar Elegant Modernist Ne...

A stunning Chiefs Robe from the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. Very early 20th century . Woven from handspun cotton and all natural dyes . This robe would only be worn on ceremonial...

Unusual French Art Deco Mother of Pearl Locket from the 1930's. Finely carved and detailed on both sides in 2 colorations of mother of pearl depicting a finely carved flounder which ...

This exquisite Mother of Pearl Shell Engraved 14k Gold Beaded Statement Necklace dates back to the 1960s, making it a rare and one-of-a-kind vintage piece. The necklace features nume...

Old African textile panel with shells,: You can mount on a panel for wall, or place on table, or mount as lampshade. Its colors are sunny. It's wonderful for a sea-house ! B/1677-1   

Elegant Italian Mid-Century adjustable table mirror entirely made in solid brass. This charming and unique piece was produced in Italy during the 1950s. Fully original and in amazin...

Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo A graphically compelling example of a Kuba raffia fiber prestige cloth with cut pile and stitched embroidery. In very good...

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

Lily of the Valley Ring. Flower Engagement Ring. Gold Lily Wedding Ring for Women. Birthday Flower Ring. Metal type: 14kt solid gold Weight 2.6 g depends from size Gemstones: Colo...

A pair of Fortuny cushions in the Richelieu pattern, bias striped silk edging and silk blend backing, the double lion motif pattern inspired by the 17th century style of the French c...

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Designed by Francesco Binfaré for Edra in 2004, On the Rocks is a bold, sculptural sectional sofa made up of three seating elements and one large, freely positioned backrest. With no...

Very rare Mid-Century Modern space age slipper chairs or armchairs in clear lucite and brass by the italian designer Marzio Cecchi. Model from the balestra series. Fully upholstered ...

Art Deco Aviation Model Boeing 314 Airplane Pan-American 'Clipper', circa 1938 A superbly crafted rendering of the legendary transoceanic Boeing 314 Pan-American Clipper, strikingly ...

Very rare Mid-Century Modern space age lounge chairs in clear lucite and leather by the Italian designer Marzio Cecchi.  Born near Florence on March 1st 1940, Marzio Cecchi comes fro...

This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...

Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Chestnut color. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with classic ...