Humpty Dumpty ...Before & After

Approximately two thirds of an ostrich shell has been cut and carved to produce the lampshade.  Tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.  The shell emits a pleasantly warm (in color) light.  The inside of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded away.  The light stands about 12 inches tall and comes with a 15 watt bulb.  The base is representative and may be replaced, email for alternatives.

Approximately two thirds of an ostrich shell has been cut and carved to produce the lampshade.  Tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.  The shell emits a pleasantly warm (in color) light.  The inside of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded away.  The light stands about 12 inches tall and comes with a 15 watt bulb.  The base is representative and may be replaced, email for alternatives.

Approximately two thirds of an ostrich shell has been cut and carved to produce the lampshade.  Tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.  The shell emits a pleasantly warm (in color) light.  The inside of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded away.  The light stands about 12 inches tall and comes with a 15 watt bulb.  The base is representative and may be replaced, email for alternatives.

The base of this lamp is cast resin and stands about 14 inches high without the eggshell "lantern."  The carving on the ostrich egg shell is of a dragon hovering with a celtic knot shield (the knot can vary).  No two carvings are ever exactly the same because each is individually drawn and carved...there is no template. The top carving is a cut out Celtic knot.  The lamp includes an LED lightbulb.  This item may not always be available.  Please contact me before ordering!: tjdclaire@gmail.com

This is a carving of a Japanese design perhaps inspired by a tsunami.  In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.

The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.

No matter what flower you see in this nightlight, it has been one of the most popular I have made.  In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.  You may see one of these lit on my home page.

I have been asked many times to carve this design, but only started putting it on a nightlight this year. In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.

Although I call this "Stars," it reminds me more of a quilt pattern and is my personal favorite. In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.

In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.

Key patterns are common in not only in Celtic art but also in that of many other cultures including Native Americans'.  In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.

In addition to the shell emitting its warm (in color) glow, tiny holes have been drilled to allow the light to twinkle.The back of the shell has been coated with epoxy to replace the naturally occurring membrane that has been sanded off.