Shells

Our Shells section presents a curated selection of antique conchological prints, showcasing the remarkable diversity of marine shells as illustrated by 19th-century naturalists. From intricate spirals to bold patterns, each plate is a tribute to scientific precision and artistic beauty. Ideal for decorating coastal interiors, cabinets of curiosities, or any refined space with a marine touch.

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Eburna, Mitra, Ancillaria, Terebra, Rostellaria Original hand-colored engravi
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€145.00

Sculpted and vibrant shells, in a variety of textures.

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Struthiolaria, Murice, Buccino Original hand-colored engraving by Prêtre
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€150.00

A refined composition of shells in various shapes and colors.

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Rostellaria, Terebra, Melanosside Original hand-colored engraving by Prêtre
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€95.00

Ancient illustrations of turriculated shells, colored with scientific precision.

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Cerith Shells
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€110.00

Entomostome shells depicted with chromatic elegance and scientific precision. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Ceritio boccefla, Ceritio brucio, Ceritio tristomo Original hand-colored engr
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€110.00

Elegant representation of ornamental and rare marine shells. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Cristellaria, Pirgo, Pulvinite, Catillo Original hand-colored engraving by Pr
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€80.00

Vintage shell illustration: Cristellaria, Pirgo, Pulvinite, Catillo original 19th century zoological print by Prêtre. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Pinna, Mitilo, Modiola, Litodomo Original hand-colored engraving by Prêtre
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€125.00

Antique conchology print: Pinna nobilis, Mitilo, Modiola, and Litodomo  drawn by Prêtre. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Mitra, Oliva, Terebra Hand Colored Shells Original hand-colored engraving by
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€110.00

Colorful antique shell print featuring Mitra, Oliva, and Terebra drawn by Prêtre and engraved by Corvi. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Conus mitra, Conus ermellino, Rombo imperiale Original hand-colored engraving
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€95.00

Antique shell engraving: Conus species and Rombo imperiale vibrant and geometrical forms by Prêtre. 

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Antique Marine Engraving – Pierre Antoine Prêtre – Ciprea, Peribolo, Marginella Original hand-colored engraving by Prêtre
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€80.00

Fine antique print of Ciprea, Peribolo, Marginella highly decorative sea shells by Prêtre.

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