Description: Vintage 1970 intricate shell art piece by the Italian artist Federico Nappo. This unique artwork features a detailed nude portrait set against a backdrop of oyster shells, creating a textured canvas that contrasts beautifully with the smooth, lustrous mother of pearl used for the figure's skin. The artist's skillful use of scallops and clam shells brings out subtle nuances of light and shadow, giving the artwork a lifelike quality. Adding a whimsical touch, the piece includes four cats at the figure's feet, also meticulously crafted from shells. signed and dated on one of the shells.This stunning piece measures 10.75" x 13" (16.25" x 18.5" x 2" including frame)weighs about 5LB very good condition. some age to the frame
Price: 395 USD
Location: Flushing, New York
End Time: 2024-11-01T22:20:43.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Size: Medium
Signed: Yes
Period: Mid Century
Material: Seashell
Item Length: 16.25 in
Region of Origin: italy
Framing: Framed
Subject: Women
Type: Assemblage
Year of Production: 1970
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 18.5 in
Theme: Art, Natural History, Nature, Nautical, cats, nude
Style: Folk Art
Features: One of a Kind (OOAK)
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Production Technique: Mixed Media
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 2 in
