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Year 2025, a Melo amphora shell on a custom stand from Sri Lanka, in good condition and weighing 1.7 kg.
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Melo amphora, common name the Diadem volute, is a very large sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Volutidae
The maximum shell length of this species is up to 500 mm, usually around 300 mm.
This large shell has a bulbous or nearly oval outline. Its columella has three easily distinguishable oblique folds. The aperture is wide and near as long as the shell itself, and there is no operculum. It has a very large, inflated and posteriorly expanded body whorl. One of its most striking characteristics is the shoulder with prominent and curved hollow spines. These spines tend to become obsolete in later stages of growth.[1] The spire is usually very short.
The color of the Melo amphora shell is said to be highly variable. It is commonly mainly coloured brown, white, or pale orange. It usually presents spiral darker brown banding. The interior is glazed, and is commonly coloured cream or pinky orange.
This large sea snail lives in littoral and shallow sublittoral zones. It usually dwells in muddy bottoms at a maximum depth of nearly 10 m.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS including stand
Height: 42 cm
Width: 15 cm
DISCLAIMER:
- Please check with your local regulations and authorities if it is allowed to bring this item into your country, prior to bidding.
- It's a natural product, small cracks or flaws can happen. Please refer to the pictures.
- Please be aware these pictures have been taken in a dark studio, colors may vary depending on the environment.
- THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING PACKING MATERIAL.
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Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Melo amphora, common name the Diadem volute, is a very large sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Volutidae
The maximum shell length of this species is up to 500 mm, usually around 300 mm.
This large shell has a bulbous or nearly oval outline. Its columella has three easily distinguishable oblique folds. The aperture is wide and near as long as the shell itself, and there is no operculum. It has a very large, inflated and posteriorly expanded body whorl. One of its most striking characteristics is the shoulder with prominent and curved hollow spines. These spines tend to become obsolete in later stages of growth.[1] The spire is usually very short.
The color of the Melo amphora shell is said to be highly variable. It is commonly mainly coloured brown, white, or pale orange. It usually presents spiral darker brown banding. The interior is glazed, and is commonly coloured cream or pinky orange.
This large sea snail lives in littoral and shallow sublittoral zones. It usually dwells in muddy bottoms at a maximum depth of nearly 10 m.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS including stand
Height: 42 cm
Width: 15 cm
DISCLAIMER:
- Please check with your local regulations and authorities if it is allowed to bring this item into your country, prior to bidding.
- It's a natural product, small cracks or flaws can happen. Please refer to the pictures.
- Please be aware these pictures have been taken in a dark studio, colors may vary depending on the environment.
- THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING PACKING MATERIAL.
THE SHIPMENT
- The item will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD or postNl. The tracking will be updated in your Catawiki lot once your parcel has been dropped off.
- Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned to us, in which case the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs of the 2nd shipment.
- For tracking to Spain and Portugal please use this link and add the tracking number from your Catawiki lot
https://clientesparcel.dhl.es/LiveTracking/Home
WE DO NOT COMBINE SHIPPING!!!
If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the Catawiki message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days.
Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Details
Era
After 2000
Specimen
Melo amphora shell on a custom stand -
Scientific name
Melo Amphora
Number of items
1
Country of origin
Sri Lanka
CITIES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
2025
Weight
1700 g
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