Tolai Tribe Shell Ornament
Tolai Tribe Handcrafted Nerita&Moon Shell Ornament from Papua New Guinea
Echoing the rhythm of tides and the timeless artistry of coastal cultures, this striking sculptural collar is a harmonious fusion of nature and tradition. Carefully hand-assembled from lustrous Moon shells and richly textured Nerita shells, the piece embodies a balance of elegance and organic rawness.
Tolai Tribe Handcrafted Nerita&Moon Shell Ornament from Papua New Guinea
Echoing the rhythm of tides and the timeless artistry of coastal cultures, this striking sculptural collar is a harmonious fusion of nature and tradition. Carefully hand-assembled from lustrous Moon shells and richly textured Nerita shells, the piece embodies a balance of elegance and organic rawness.
Tolai Tribe Handcrafted Nerita&Moon Shell Ornament from Papua New Guinea
Echoing the rhythm of tides and the timeless artistry of coastal cultures, this striking sculptural collar is a harmonious fusion of nature and tradition. Carefully hand-assembled from lustrous Moon shells and richly textured Nerita shells, the piece embodies a balance of elegance and organic rawness.
The creamy white Moon shells, known for their smooth, porcelain-like finish, form a luminous central band—reminiscent of ocean foam kissed by morning light. In contrast, the deeper-toned Nerita shells, with their earthy browns and polished ridges, arch around the exterior like a protective shield, adding visual weight and grounded character.
Bound together with natural fiber and displayed on a minimalist iron stand, this artwork transforms seashells into a ceremonial statement piece, evoking the legacy of tribal adornments worn with pride and symbolism. Whether placed on a console table, shelf, or pedestal, it serves as a portal to distant shores and ancient rituals, blending beautifully into bohemian, coastal, or wabi-sabi interiors.
More than a decorative object, this is a sculptural tribute to the ocean’s quiet power—and the hands that have honored it through craft.
Size aprox. 40x29cm