The photo is good. The lamp is better.
Every person who's gotten one has said some version of that. Real scallop shells catch and diffuse light in a way that's genuinely hard to photograph: warm, layered, alive when it's lit. You kind of have to see it in person.
This is my take on the classic Oceanic Arts shell lamp, the style that has been setting the mood in serious tiki bars since the mid-20th century. Each shell gets two holes drilled by hand and is zip-tied to a wire mesh frame, one by one. The count comes in just under fifty, and a couple of spares ship with every lamp in case one gets dinged in transit.
Highlights
- Real scallop shells on a wire mesh frame, a resin base panel in your choice of style, and a natural thatch hat.
- Flame-effect LED bulb included, with a flicker mode. Warm amber, does exactly what you'd want it to.
- About 14 inches tall including the hat, 12 inches across. Hangs well at bar height or over a corner of the lounge.
- Two bases: Lagoon Lore, real seashells and sea glass in clear resin, calm and blue-green; or Volcano's Embrace, lava-style resin in deep reds and dark stone tones. Bulb access is a two-screw cap.
Built to order
I make these one at a time in Kingston, Tennessee. Most orders ship in 1 to 3 weeks. Ships when it's done right, not before.
Questions
- What bulb does it use? A flame-effect LED bulb is included, with a flicker mode. Getting to the socket is two screws.
- Indoor or outdoor? Indoors, or outdoors in a covered, protected spot like a screened porch or a roofed lanai. The lamp is not waterproof, so keep it out of rain and open weather.
- How do I care for it? Dust with a soft, dry brush. No sprays or cleaners on the shells or thatch. Spare shells are included if one ever needs replacing.
- What is the lead time? Made to order in Kingston, TN. Ships in 1 to 3 weeks.
- What if it arrives damaged? For damage or defects, please contact me as soon as you notice an issue, generally within 30 days of delivery at help@kapucreations.com or through the contact form. Include a photo and your order details so I can help with a replacement or refund.
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