Vintage St. Michael Archangel Shell Art Plaque – Handmade Glass dome

Exceptional vintage handmade religious shell art plaque featuring St. Michael the Archangel, designed in the ornate sailor’s valentine style. This striking large wall piece showcases a brilliantly colored mid-century chromolithograph of St. Michael protected under a curved glass dome, surrounded by an elaborate handcrafted mosaic of real seashells, pearls, and decorative beads. The craftsmanship is outstanding: layered scallops, auger shells, tiny snails, faux pearls, dyed shell accents, and carved rosette forms create a richly textured, dimensional frame. This level of shell artistry is characteristic of mid-century Italian and Mediterranean devotional art, and pieces of this quality are increasingly rare. A stunning statement piece for collectors of religious icons, folk art, vintage Catholic décor, coastal shellwork, or sailor’s valentine–style creations. Features: • Vintage handmade shell art plaque • Icon of St. Michael the Archangel • Mid-century chromolithograph image • Glass dome cover (not plastic) • Elaborate sailor’s valentine shellwork • Real shells, miniature snail shells, cones, scallops, pearls & beads • Diamond-shaped wood backing • Ready to hang • Large, eye-catching statement size • Beautiful devotional and decorative art Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light, expected wear consistent with age. Shells are intact and secure, glass is clear, image is vibrant. Structurally strong and display-ready. Size: Large (approx. 14–16 inches tall)