Wonderful pair of shell ball & turritella sphere on custom stands. This is a beautiful of shell ball - the simple textural forms ofa handcrafted sphere add a natural statement to any setting. it is decorative spherical ball with patterns, covered entirely in little shells. Natural and neutral in tone, boho and beachy in style. This decoration intricately handmade with hundreds of small sea shells in rosettes. These are made from hundreds of natural shells that are hand-arranged, it is normal find the occasional missing shell. Also, expect small blemishes and variations in colour. Fossilized turritella refers to the preserved remains or traces of turritella shells from ancient geological time periods. These fossils are often found in sedimentary rocks and can provide valuable insights into past environments and ecosystems. Turritella is a genus of small sea snails known for their distinctive spiral-shaped shells. These shells are often fossilized and can be found in various parts of the world. The name "turritella" comes from the Latin word "turris," meaning tower, which refers to the tall, slender shape of the shell. Turritella shells are commonly used in jewelry and as decorative items due to their unique appearance. They feature beautiful patterns created by the remains of marine organisms that lived inside them millions of years ago. Approximate Dimensions including stand # Shell Ball Height: 19.5 cm, Diameter 10.9 cm # Turritella Sphere : Height: 15 cm, Diameter 10 cm DISCLAIMERS: - Please be aware these pictures have been taken in a dark studio, colors may vary depending on the environment. - One or more images provide a styled representation of a similar item. No items in the styled photo are included in the sale. - 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.