Great Wave of Kanagawa Scallop Shell Trinket Dish, Shell Jewelry Holder, Gold Leaf Dorset Shell, Coastal Art Gift, Two Designs Available

The Great Wave of Kanagawa Dorset Scallop Shell Dish – Hokusai-Inspired Jewellery Holder | Coastal Art Gift | Handmade Dorset Shell

Bring iconic Japanese art into your home with these Great Wave of Kanagawa scallop shell trinket dishes, inspired by Hokusai’s famous 1831 woodblock print. Each shell has been redrawn by hand in my Surrey studio, blending timeless art with the natural beauty of the Dorset coastline.

Available in two bespoke designs – Dawn and Dusk – each dish captures the elegance and movement of the original artwork in soft coastal tones.

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✨ Options

Design:
• Dawn
• Dusk

Back of Shell:
• Natural with Gold Rim – the natural shell is varnished to enhance and protect its natural sheen
• Fully Gilded – the entire back of the shell is hand-finished with liquid gold leaf for a radiant, luxury look

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🐚 Details

Every dish is made from a real Dorset scallop shell, ethically sourced and carefully hand-cleaned before being painted, gilded, and sealed with crystal-clear resin. Perfect for use as a jewellery holder, trinket dish, tea light holder, or coastal home accent.

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🎁 Packaging & Gifting

Your shell arrives wrapped in white tissue paper and presented in a sustainable, branded gift box, making it a thoughtful present for art lovers, ocean enthusiasts, and admirers of Japanese design.

Ideal for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, or new home gifts, or simply as a piece of handcrafted art to treasure.

🌊 The Story
“The Great Wave off Kanagawa” by Hokusai depicts boats battling a storm-tossed sea, Mount Fuji rising in the background, and the dramatic spiral of a towering wave. These shell dishes reinterpret this timeless design, blending Japanese ukiyo-e art with natural coastal shells from Dorset.

Whether gifted to an art lover, coastal décor enthusiast, or someone who appreciates unique handmade treasures, these shells are a statement piece of functional art.

P R O C E S S
These shells come straight from the beautiful shores of Dorset and the South East Coastlines. Once they are back in my studio each one is then thoroughly cleaned and scrubbed and left to air dry.

Once they are painted, or the applied decoupage design is completed, they are left to air dry for another day. They are then painted with a gilded gold leaf and sealed with a gorgeous crystal clear resin.

S H E L L S
Each shell dish will have subtle variations in its natural size and depth and how the decoupage is applied, as every one is individual.

P R E S E N T A T I O N
The shells are wrapped in white tissue paper and are then presented in a natural, branded, sustainable gift box, nestled in white shredded & recycled paper to protect the shell on its journey.

A wonderful self indulgent treat for you or a thoughtful gift to show your love for that special someone ❤️

• friends
• birthdays
• engagements
• anniversaries,
• wedding favours
• bridesmaids
• new home,
• Mothers Day
• Father’s Day
• Easter,
• Christmas

... or simply position anywhere in your home to be cherished and admired!

All listed quantities and patterns are ready to be made, however if you should like larger quantities or a bespoke order made, please do get in touch and I’d be happy to assist. I am also able to offer a Silver leaf finish (on request).

Enjoy x

C L E A N I N G Y O U R S H E L L
My shells are uniquely sealed with a hard wearing gloss epoxy resin which is water resistant but I as a precaution I do not recommend submerging the shells in water and they are not dishwasher safe. Please wipe with a soft cloth.

G I F T W R A P P I N G
Your bespoke handcrafted shell comes complete with beautiful gift packaging at no extra charge! I will also provide you with an image of your shell (prior to postage) to save you from unwrapping the shell if you are gifting on to a loved one.

P R O C E S S I N G T I M E
My products are always shipped promptly and within my designated processing times. I will however to post sooner whenever possible.

D E L I V E R Y
Within the UK and to the Channel Islands only :

Delivery and Postage:
Royal Mail standard - ‘48 tracked’ 2 business days
Royal Mail express - ‘24 Tracked’ 1 business day

Please note:
Whilst Royal Mail 48 and 24 tracked post are extremely efficient, occasionally (in busier periods e.g. Christmas) there are delays in the postal service but I do supply a tracking code so that your parcels journey is visible at all times.