{"title":"Curiosity cabinets","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI build clay shelves to display seashells and other curiosity objects, blending architectural elements with biomorphic structures inspired by marine life. Their curves, undulations, and points of intersection often feel more naturally suited to \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eto house nature finds and keepsake pieces that don’t fit elsewhere. Shells and bits of flotsam nestle into them effortlessly, as if the shelf could shift its shape to meet each one—like an organism responding to its environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"air-chambers-ceramic-curiosity-cabinet","title":"Air Chambers \/ Ceramic Curiosity Cabinet","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-sculpted terra-cotta curiosity cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA biomorphic-style shelf inspired by marine invertebrate colonies. The asymmetrical design features curvaceous lines, gentle undulations, and points of confluence reminiscent of the way organisms grow and intertwine in nature. The cabinet creates an engaging visual display that evokes a sense of movement and growth as if the shelf itself were a living organism expanding within the space. The use of red clay as a material evokes a natural texture feeling and contributes to the overall sustainability of the piece. Incorporation of a retractable drawer can serve as a hiding shelter for a keepsake item or an incredible placement for an engagement ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade shelf seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetics, just like the structures found in nature. It provides ample storage and display space while serving as a striking focal point in the interior. The biomorphic shape, inspired by coral and sponges, invites a deeper connection with the natural world, bringing harmony to the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing price is for one ceramic shelf made of fired red clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing price does not include seashells and other display items shown in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shelf was produced in a smoke-free studio in Brittany, France and measures approximately 11-12 inches in the largest dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI strive to make photographs as faithful as possible. Depending on the light and your screen settings, the hues may appear slightly different from the original. Please note that the videos of the product are reposted from my social media feed and may be altered by a filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach item from my shop will be sent to you individually packaged and supplied with a description tag. It is ready to be gifted to yourself or someone special (no pricing information is included inside the packaging).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shipping is handled by La Poste (French mail service) - please, contact me if you prefer a different shipping method. I do my best to post all ready-to-ship orders within 2 working days. Please note that I do not carry responsibility for items lost or destroyed by postal services for reasons independent of me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check the shop policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dreaming Shell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57433252954444,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/4463\/3932\/files\/il_fullxfull.6818683682_8n1d.jpg?v=1777651138"},{"product_id":"trompe-loeil-porcelain-curiosity-cabinet","title":"Trompe l'oeil \/ Porcelain Curiosity Cabinet","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is both a cabinet and a collection, holding a suspended moment where the trace of nature becomes structure, and surface becomes story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlurring the boundaries between the natural and the made, the purposeful and the incidental. A geometric shelf, a vessel for curiosities, where the distinction between container and content begins to dissolve. Its form, seemingly geometric and rational, begins to shift — edges soften, angles flow, lines bend. Its open frame appears to breathe, becoming a living extension of the space it inhabits. Embedded within its planes are porcelain shells, moulded from real finds, occupying some spaces as if already collected. If real shells are placed among them, as part of the display, it invites a confusion, provoking the viewer to question what is collected and what is inherent, what is real and what is replication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shelf becomes its own curiosity — a contemporary trompe l'oeil that invites touch, attention, and reflection. It is not merely a static object but a puzzle, encouraging interaction, interpretation, and a slowing down of the gaze. The found becomes the foundational; the past, a platform for the future. This object explores the potential of craft as a keeper of memory and material intelligence, but also as a medium for disorientation, intimacy, and rediscovery. In a world increasingly shaped by speed and clarity, this ambiguous object invites a surprise as a powerful form of connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing price is for one white porcelain shelf. It can be used in a standing position or hanging on the wall. Other objects shown in the photos are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in a single version. Each item from my shop will be sent to you in individually designed handmade packaging with a description tag. It is ready to be gifted to yourself or someone special (no pricing information is included in the packaging).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check the shop policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shipping is handled by La Poste (French mail service). Feel free to contact me if you want to use a different courier service or a faster shipping method. Please note that I do not carry responsibility for items lost or destroyed by postal services for reasons independent of me.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dreaming Shell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57433257017676,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/4463\/3932\/files\/il_fullxfull.7681196947_mcrx.jpg?v=1777651155"},{"product_id":"the-view-black-clay-ceramic-curiosity-cabinet","title":"The View \/ Black Clay Ceramic Curiosity Cabinet","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-sculpted black clay curiosity cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shelf combines architectural elements of high Gothic windows with biomorphic shapes inspired by the mollusc eyes. It is intended as a decorative item and can also be used for displaying small objects measuring below 1 inch in the largest dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe listing price is for the ceramic shelf and does not include corals and other display items shown in the photos. The shelf was made in a small smoke-free studio in Brittany, France. The design is unique and one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI do my best to make photographs as faithful as possible. Depending on the light and your screen settings, the hues may appear slightly different from the original. Please note that the videos of the product are reposted from my social media feed and may be altered by a filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach item from my shop will be sent to you in an individually designed handmade box supplied with a description tag. It is ready to be gifted to yourself or someone special (no pricing information is included inside the packaging).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shipping is handled by La Poste (French mail service). Feel free to contact me if you want to use a different courier service or a faster shipping method. Please note that I do not carry responsibility for items lost or destroyed by postal services for reasons independent of me.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check the shop policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dreaming Shell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57433262883148,"sku":null,"price":158.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/4463\/3932\/files\/il_fullxfull.7308681665_qy5j.jpg?v=1777651178"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/4463\/3932\/collections\/il_fullxfull.7369718284_5m0t.jpg?v=1779005393","url":"https:\/\/dreamingshell.com\/collections\/curiosity-cabinets.oembed","provider":"Dreaming Shell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}