Ritual conch shell

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Ritual conch shell by Unknown is a large, white conch shell with a wide opening and a narrow base. The shell has a smooth, glossy surface with some brown spots and stains. It has a distinctive teardrop shape, with the opening at the top being wider than the base. The base of the shell is tapered and has several ridges around it. The shell is positioned upright on a gray background, with a slight shadow underneath it. The overall color of the shell is a light beige or cream color, with some darker brown areas where the shell has been stained or discolored. The shell appears to be made from a natural material, possibly a real conch shell that has been modified or decorated in some way.