Balanus Shells on Brass Xmas Place it in the middle

Place it in the middle of the dining table or a more discrete look on a bookshelf

dried wet salt or pink peppercorns

Stylist's Note

The subtle ridges and organic contours evoke a sense of calm movement

Balanus Shells on Brass Xmas Place it in the middleThis unique piece is crafted from a completely natural purple cluster of shellfish, combining two remarkable species: the striking Megabalanus tintinnabulum barnacles and the unusual Lopha Cristagalli cockscomb oysters, known for their twisted shells. Both species originate from the Indo Pacific region, and this particular grouping was discovered on a wrecked ship near Surabaya, Java. By arranging them into a rounded form rather than their usual flat