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Capiz shells from the Philippines are found in the shallow waters of the archipelago.  Thin and translucent they are popularly used in lamps and chandeliers. Traditionally, they were used as decorative window pane.

Wafer thin pieces of shell are cut and layers are handcrafted onto a non-woven paper backing. A clear coat of flame retardant polyurethane is then applied to strengthen it. 

We supply  in panels of 50 x 50 cm, 40 x 40 cm and 30 x 30 cm.

Colour ,  design and backing  can be customised.