Conchophilia av Marisa Anne Bass, Anne Goldgar, Hanneke Grootenboer, Claudia Swan

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<p><b>A captivating historical look at the cultural and artistic significance of shells in early modern Europe</b><br><br>Among nature¿s most artful creations, shells have long inspired the curiosity and passion of artisans, artists, collectors, and thinkers. <i>Conchophilia</i> delves into the intimate relationship between shells and people, offering an unprecedented account of the early modern era, when the influx of exotic shells to Europe fueled their study and representation as never before. From elaborate nautilus cups and shell-encrusted grottoes to delicate miniatures, this richly illustrated book reveals how the love of shells intersected not only with the rise of natural history and global trade but also with philosophical inquiry, issues of race and gender, and the ascent of art-historical connoisseurship.<br><br>Shells circulated at the nexus of commerce and intellectual pursuit, suggesting new ways of thinking about relationships between Europe and the rest of the world. T