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Shell inlay art is a traditional decorative art achieved by embedding shell pieces into recesses carved into wooden surfaces. The shell used in this art form is a hard, glossy, and phosphorescent material found on the inner surfaces of the shells of marine creatures such as mussels and oysters. Due to its luster and durability, shell has been valued for decorative purposes for centuries. Materials Used The craft of shell inlay is known as “sedefkârlık,” and the artisan who practices it is called