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All shells are unique. There are no two the same. So please be aware my shells are not identical and will differ.
Please be gentle with my shells. Do not submerge in liquid, don’t use to serve food. A dust with a soft cloth is ideal. Enjoy!
Shell only - No props included
I have to admit i am a huge Rocket St George fan! If you haven’t caught up with these guys, take a look at their fabulous website. It’s full of lovely stuff! So they were the inspiration for this piece, dark and slightly humid!
What is decoupage? It originates in Siberia and was used to decorate tombs, by 1200 it was seen in China then later in Italy.
It is the method of layering different types of paper, tissue, building up layers and depth. Up to 40 layers of varnish were added and then it was very carefully sanded to achieve a mirror finish. There are 2 notable decoupeurs, Mary Delaney, she worked in the court of George III and Queen Charlotte, producing the most astonishing and detailed botanical artworks. Her work can be seen in The British Museum of Art. More recently, Liz Barker cam to the fore during the COVID pandemic, using materials such as masks, swabs and PPE
This item is made-to-order and will be posted to you by Sea&Shore Art within 3 days of receiving payment.
| Shipping destination | Cost | Additional items |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £3.50 | £1.00 |
This is a custom-made item and cannot be returned unless faulty.
Please note that if your order is being posted outside mainland UK, you (or the recipient) may have to pay customs or VAT charges and a handling fee. The seller is not responsible for any charges or fees that may incur.
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A beautiful dark jungle scene, you would not be surprised if a baboon popped his head out! Luscious dark green jungle leaves are complemented by a bronze edge which is handed painted. This shell is 8-10 cms long so ideal for a smaller space perhaps a window sill.
Designed by Sara in North Yorkshire
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