Nativity scene - Mother of pearl - Italian craftsmanship

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Clément Floch
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Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.

Estimate  € 70 - € 100
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## Handmade Shell Nativity Scene in Natural Shell Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth with Silver Nativity – Made in Italy

Refined handcrafted Christmas nativity scene created in the authentic natural shell Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth, embellished with a moving depiction of the Holy Nativity with figures plated in silver and delicate decorations in silver glitter.

An original creation that unites the charm of marine shells with the centuries-old Neapolitan nativity tradition, transforming a natural element into a small decorative masterpiece rich in meaning.

The shell, characterized by its distinctive spiral shape and elegant natural shades, houses inside the Nativity scene. The silver figures stand out on a sparkling base decorated with glitter, creating a refined play of light that recalls the magical atmosphere of Christmas.

**Each specimen is assembled and decorated entirely by hand**, enhancing the shell’s original characteristics and making every creation unique and unrepeatable.

### FEATURES

- Type: Handcrafted Christmas nativity scene in shell
- Shell: Authentic natural Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth
- Depiction: Holy Nativity
- Figures: Silver-plated
- Decorations: Silver glitter
- Dimensions: About 6 × 4 × 4 cm
- Total weight: About 40 grams
- Craft: Hand assembly and decoration
- Place of production: Torre del Greco, Italy
- Condition: New
- Style: Christmas, religious and decorative

### TRADITION AND CRAFTSMANSHIP OF CAMPANIA

This particular nativity scene arises from the meeting of two Campanian tradition excellence: **the shell craftsmanship of Torre del Greco and the ancient Neapolitan nativity art**.

The natural shell becomes a small marine grotto that safeguards the Holy Family, giving life to an original and suggestive Nativity representation.

The silver figures and the delicate reflections of the glitter enhance the composition without hiding the natural beauty of the shell.

An object that encompasses tradition, creativity, and passion for Italian artisanal work.

### A UNIQUE NATIVITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Thanks to its compact size and distinctive composition, this nativity scene is ideal for decorating shelves, furniture, tables, display windows, or small Christmas corners.

Also perfect to enrich a collection of handcrafted nativity scenes, it represents an original gift idea for those who appreciate handmade creations and objects with strong symbolic value.

The particular combination of **marine shell, silver Nativity, and sparkling details** makes this nativity an elegant and instantly recognizable decorative element.

### PACKAGING AND SHIPPING

The nativity will be carefully packed with protective materials, paying particular attention to the delicacy of the shell and the decorative figures.

Fast, **tracked and insured**, shipping via professional couriers SDA or UPS.

### COMBINED SHIPPING

If bidding on multiple lots, it is advisable to choose **combined shipping before making payment**.

If payments are made separately, the lots will be shipped individually and the related shipping costs cannot be refunded.

### IMPORTANT NOTE

As this is a true natural shell, slight color, shape, and surface differences are inherent to the material and contribute to the uniqueness of each specimen.

In some countries the import of certain marine shells may be subject to restrictions. Before placing a bid, the buyer is invited to verify the customs and import regulations in force in their country.

**A small masterpiece of Campanian craftsmanship, where the beauty of the sea meets the spirituality of Christmas. An original creation that preserves the Nativity tradition and the authentic charm of Made in Italy.**

Seller's Story

My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving. Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art. I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence. Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
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## Handmade Shell Nativity Scene in Natural Shell Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth with Silver Nativity – Made in Italy

Refined handcrafted Christmas nativity scene created in the authentic natural shell Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth, embellished with a moving depiction of the Holy Nativity with figures plated in silver and delicate decorations in silver glitter.

An original creation that unites the charm of marine shells with the centuries-old Neapolitan nativity tradition, transforming a natural element into a small decorative masterpiece rich in meaning.

The shell, characterized by its distinctive spiral shape and elegant natural shades, houses inside the Nativity scene. The silver figures stand out on a sparkling base decorated with glitter, creating a refined play of light that recalls the magical atmosphere of Christmas.

**Each specimen is assembled and decorated entirely by hand**, enhancing the shell’s original characteristics and making every creation unique and unrepeatable.

### FEATURES

- Type: Handcrafted Christmas nativity scene in shell
- Shell: Authentic natural Nautical Crush Turbo Silver Mouth
- Depiction: Holy Nativity
- Figures: Silver-plated
- Decorations: Silver glitter
- Dimensions: About 6 × 4 × 4 cm
- Total weight: About 40 grams
- Craft: Hand assembly and decoration
- Place of production: Torre del Greco, Italy
- Condition: New
- Style: Christmas, religious and decorative

### TRADITION AND CRAFTSMANSHIP OF CAMPANIA

This particular nativity scene arises from the meeting of two Campanian tradition excellence: **the shell craftsmanship of Torre del Greco and the ancient Neapolitan nativity art**.

The natural shell becomes a small marine grotto that safeguards the Holy Family, giving life to an original and suggestive Nativity representation.

The silver figures and the delicate reflections of the glitter enhance the composition without hiding the natural beauty of the shell.

An object that encompasses tradition, creativity, and passion for Italian artisanal work.

### A UNIQUE NATIVITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Thanks to its compact size and distinctive composition, this nativity scene is ideal for decorating shelves, furniture, tables, display windows, or small Christmas corners.

Also perfect to enrich a collection of handcrafted nativity scenes, it represents an original gift idea for those who appreciate handmade creations and objects with strong symbolic value.

The particular combination of **marine shell, silver Nativity, and sparkling details** makes this nativity an elegant and instantly recognizable decorative element.

### PACKAGING AND SHIPPING

The nativity will be carefully packed with protective materials, paying particular attention to the delicacy of the shell and the decorative figures.

Fast, **tracked and insured**, shipping via professional couriers SDA or UPS.

### COMBINED SHIPPING

If bidding on multiple lots, it is advisable to choose **combined shipping before making payment**.

If payments are made separately, the lots will be shipped individually and the related shipping costs cannot be refunded.

### IMPORTANT NOTE

As this is a true natural shell, slight color, shape, and surface differences are inherent to the material and contribute to the uniqueness of each specimen.

In some countries the import of certain marine shells may be subject to restrictions. Before placing a bid, the buyer is invited to verify the customs and import regulations in force in their country.

**A small masterpiece of Campanian craftsmanship, where the beauty of the sea meets the spirituality of Christmas. An original creation that preserves the Nativity tradition and the authentic charm of Made in Italy.**

Seller's Story

My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving. Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art. I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence. Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
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Details

Era
After 2000
Weight
40 g
Shell type
Mother of pearl
Specific region of origin
Campania
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Shell
Colour
White
Condition
As new - unused
Height
4 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
4 cm
Title additional information
Italian craftsmanship
Estimated period
2020+
ItalyVerified
4344
Objects sold
99.86%
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