Coquilles Collection

Shells of Hermann s, padloper, geometric tortoises
Hermanns tortoise, Testudo hermanni 1, common padloper, Homopus areolatus 2, geometric tortoise, Psammobates geometricus 3, underside of Hermanns tortoise4, and European pond turtle

PILGRIMS/COMPOSTELLA
Two pilgrims - Die Jacobs Bruder - make their way to Compostella, dressed in the traditional garb ornamented with coquilles saint-Jacques identifying them as pilgrims Date: 1568

Designs for Peacock and Poppy Border, and Enamel Plate with decoration of Gurnards
5055748 Designs for Peacock and Poppy Border, and Enamel Plate with decoration of Gurnards and Seaweed with a Scallop shell suround, from L Animal dans la Decoration by Maurice Pillard Verneuil, pub

Illustration of seashells, 1790 (hand coloured engraving)
937200 Illustration of seashells, 1790 (hand coloured engraving) by Schmuzer, Jacob Xavier (1733-1811); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures; German, out of copyright

Illustration of Turbo Scalaris, 1790 (hand coloured engraving)
937203 Illustration of Turbo Scalaris, 1790 (hand coloured engraving) by Schmuzer, Jacob Xavier (1733-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: Epitonium scalare, common name the precious wentletrap)

Designs for Peacock and Poppy Border, pub. 1897. Creator: Maurice Pillard Verneuil (1869?1942)
Designs for Peacock and Poppy Border, and Enamel Plate with decoration of Gurnards and Seaweed with a Scallop shell suround, from L Animal dans la Decoration by Maurice Pillard Verneuil, pub

Frontispiece Catalogue raisonne des tableaux
Frontispiece, Catalogue raisonne des tableaux, estampes, coquilles, and autres curiosites, Remy, Pierre, Saint-Aubin, Augustin, 1736-1807, Engraving, 1766, Frontispiece from auction sales catalogue

Seaweed, Lithophytes and Seashells (oil on canvas)
XIR154653 Seaweed, Lithophytes and Seashells (oil on canvas) by Vallayer-Coster, Anne (1744-1818); Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

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"Coquilles: A Journey of Pilgrims and Shells" Embark on a captivating journey through the world of coquilles, where pilgrims and Compostella intertwine with the beauty of nature's treasures. In this enchanting realm, shells become more than mere adornments; they hold stories that span centuries. Just like the shells of Hermann's, padloper, and geometric tortoises, each shell carries its own unique tale. Immerse yourself in the exquisite designs depicted in Maurice Pillard Verneuil's works from 1897. The Peacock and Poppy Border dances with vibrant hues while an Enamel Plate showcases Gurnards and Seaweed encircling a delicate Scallop shell. These masterpieces evoke a sense of wonderment as if plucked from L'Animal dans la Decoration. Travel further back in time to witness hand-colored engravings from 1790. Conus Ammiralis takes center stage with its mesmerizing subspecies Summus, Cedonulli, and Arausiacus. Marvel at their intricate patterns as they grace the pages alongside other seashell illustrations like Turbo Scalaris. As you explore these artistic renditions, let your imagination soar beyond borders. Allow Coquilles to transport you to distant lands where cultures converge and creativity flourishes. Feel the spirit of pilgrimage coursing through your veins as you discover new perspectives within these delicate shells. Just like frontispiece Catalogue raisonne des tableaux beckons us into an artful universe filled with boundless possibilities, so do coquilles invite us to embrace their timeless allure. So come forth and delve into this captivating world where history meets design - Coquilles will leave you spellbound by its intricate beauty.