John Mawe (1764 - 1829) was a British mineralogist and conchologist. He created one of the first shell collecting guides "Conchology".
Shell collecting was a popular pastime, as it was an era of exploration. Shells from exotic lands were eagerly sought for the curiosity cabinets considered indispensable in the well-appointed home.
Here are some of the engravings of shells for you to choose from. They are genuine antiques, made in ~1823.
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).Some illustrated for first time in historyThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good conditio..
US$90.00
Accurate, high resolution scans of 38 high quality antique pictures of seashells.Images are 300ppi and will be sent to you by file transfer, usually within 1 working day.The antique artworks measured 8.25 by 5 inches (21 by 13 cm) and were made in 1823 by engraving by John Mawe (a famous conchologis..
US$60.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).HaliotisThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular ..
US$60.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).ChamaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eig..
US$70.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).ChitonThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular ei..
US$40.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).ArcaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eigh..
US$70.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).VenusThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eig..
US$50.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).SpondylusThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular..
US$90.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).HelixThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eig..
US$70.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).LepasThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eig..
US$50.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).PholasThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular ei..
US$40.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).AnomiaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular ei..
US$50.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).MytilusThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular e..
US$70.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).MyaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular eight..
US$50.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).SerpulaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular e..
US$30.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).DentaliumThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular..
US$20.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).TeredoThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular ei..
US$30.00
21 x 13cm (8.25 x 5 inches).SabellaThis antique lithograph is from the first edition of Conchology by John Mawe, one of the oldest works about shells, dated 1823. It is a genuine antique, not a reproduction. It has hand painted coloring and is in very good condition. Shell collecting was a popular e..
US$30.00
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