{"product_id":"turtle-shell","title":"Vintage Natural Turtle Shell","description":"\u003ch4 data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"187\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAge \/ Period:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"187\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVintage; exact age unknown.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eOrigin \/ Source:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"294\"\u003eFound during a sourcing trip along one of the longest yard sales in the Southeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eApproximately 7 inches long × 5½ inches wide × 2½ inches high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eNatural turtle shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eA beautifully patterned natural turtle shell with a high, sculptural profile and richly varied brown, cream, and nearly black markings. The surface carries intricate linear texture across the upper shell, while the underside reveals the layered construction and organic form of the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eHistorical or Decorative Notes:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eNatural specimens bring an organic contrast to books, pottery, aged wood, and other collected materials. This shell is offered as a decorative object and natural-history curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eVintage condition with natural surface variation, discoloration, wear, edge irregularities, and separations associated with an empty shell. The interior and underside remain visible, with remnants and residue consistent with its natural origin and age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003ePlease review all photographs closely, as they form part of the condition description. Handle carefully, as natural shells can be fragile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eUse \u0026amp; Styling:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eEspecially striking displayed on top of a stack of books, where its rounded form and detailed patterning can be appreciated from several angles. It would also bring interest and texture to a coffee table, cabinet, bookshelf, or natural-history vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eA wonderful way to introduce a quiet natural element into a room.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rue \u0026 Relique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47396633313451,"sku":"OBJ-014","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/9172\/8811\/files\/vintage-natural-turtle-shell.jpg?v=1784077304","url":"https:\/\/rueandrelique.com\/products\/turtle-shell","provider":"Rue \u0026 Relique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}