{"product_id":"antique-engraved-nautilus-shell-attributed-to-the-communards","title":"Antique Engraved Nautilus Shell - Attributed to the Communards","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional decorative nautilus shell, intricately engraved with floral motifs, geometric borders and delicate pierced detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring 15 cm in length, this striking piece showcases the remarkable craftsmanship involved in transforming a natural shell into an elaborate work of decorative art. Its warm orange-and-cream striped exterior contrasts beautifully with the luminous pearlescent interior, while the fine engraving reveals intricate patterns across its curved surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece was acquired at auction as a Communard shell, associated with the French political exiles deported to New Caledonia following the Paris Commune of 1871. These historical objects are valued for their distinctive craftsmanship and connection to a fascinating chapter in French and colonial history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compelling addition to a collection of antique natural history objects, curiosities or decorative pieces, this shell makes a sculptural statement displayed on a bookshelf, console or cabinet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject: Engraved nautilus shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribution: Communard shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: New Caledonia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 15 × 12 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Natural nautilus shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Aged darkening underneath the shell. Slightly missing edge on one side, as per photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOwn a piece of history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saint Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67645524443433,"sku":null,"price":385.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/3847\/0185\/files\/20261017_153807.jpg?v=1792232791","url":"https:\/\/saintatlas.com.au\/products\/antique-engraved-nautilus-shell-attributed-to-the-communards","provider":"Saint Atlas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}