Sea Shell Artistry

In this day of "same old same old" shopping experiences, I am delighted when I find a shopping experience that gets me excited!  While shopping at Scott's Antique Market last week, I happened to find the most incredible sea shell artist. Her name is Mary and she travels to Scott's from Jacksonville, Florida only 2 times a year.  What  a lucky find for me!  I immediately called my friend who has a beautiful old home in Florida and sent her pictures on my phone. These little exquisite works of art were perfect for her home.

The first thing that caught my eye was this incredible large bust, completely covered with stunning shells.

Somehow she achieves an antique effect on the shells and they look as though they are truly antiques.

 

I love the color combinations of the baby blue and orange shells.

 

Much attention to detail with the intricate pattern of shells.

 

We could not resist this little monkey made into a candlestick.

 A dark wooden box - looks antique doesn't it?

 

 

A shell encrusted frame

For another room, I chose a lighter palette of shells- mother of pearl and baby blues.



 

The beautiful hand mirror with the charming porcelain cherub insert.

 

 

I cannot wait to see these in my friend's home.  One of a kind truly special pieces.

So much eye candy!