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This captivating mixed-media artwork transforms an antique frame mold into a stunning coastal reliquary—an elegant fusion of baroque ornamentation and …
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This captivating mixed-media artwork transforms an antique frame mold into a stunning coastal reliquary—an elegant fusion of baroque ornamentation and marine serenity.
Artwork Description:
Base Structure:
• The foundation is a richly carved, oval-centered antique frame mold in a distressed, golden ochre tone. With scrolling acanthus flourishes, beaded trim, and floral motifs, the frame evokes 18th- or 19th-century European design—a nod to timeless luxury and old-world craftsmanship.
• Natural wear and cracking in the wood add character and authenticity, reinforcing the historical essence of the piece.
Central Composition:
• At the heart of the frame sits a sculptural branch of white coral, nestled within a background of crushed shell fragments. This central coral evokes a sacred relic—elevated and revered—set into a sea of glittering shell mosaic that catches and reflects the light like sun on sand.
Surrounding Elements:
• Radiating from the frame’s edges is a symmetrical arrangement of white scallop shells, some with blush-toned accents, interspersed with small spiral shells and polished sand dollars.
• These shells are meticulously placed to form a soft, rhythmic halo around the ornate frame, amplifying its decorative flourish with a natural, oceanic counterpoint.
• Between the larger shells, a bed of fine, iridescent crushed shell fragments adds shimmering texture and completes the seascape mosaic.
Artistic Impression & Style:
This piece feels like a marine altarpiece—a reverent tribute to the ocean, nature, and antiquity. The juxtaposition of weathered European frame and pristine sea elements creates a conversation between time, texture, and transformation. It is at once architectural, ornamental, and organic.
The work reads as both a sculptural relief and a framed tableau, suggesting permanence while celebrating the ephemeral beauty of the sea.
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- Dimensions
- 8.28ʺW × 3.5ʺD × 9.25ʺH
- Styles
- Baroque
- Art Subjects
- Other
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Shell
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Sand
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition Good vintage condition less
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