Ashtray - Alabaster - Romano Bianchi style
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Mid‑century modern hand‑carved alabaster ashtray from Volterra, Italy, dating to ca. 1960–1970, dimensions 23 × 19.5 × 5.3 cm, weight 2366 g, in crème/beige/grey colours, in excellent vintage condition with no damage and the original genuine alabaster sticker on the base.
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A beautiful example of Italian (Volterra) craftsmanship from the mid-century. This heavy ashtray is made from high-quality alabaster and fully hand-carved in Italy. The piece is distinguished by the soft, almost translucent quality of the stone and the unique natural veining in cream and beige tones. Such pieces were often produced in Volterra, the historic center of alabaster working. The original sticker on the bottom ("Genuine Alabaster - Hand Carved - Made in Italy") confirms the provenance and authenticity.
Features:
Material: 100% Natural Alabaster (softer and warmer than marble).
Origin: Italy (Volterra region).
Period: Mid-Century Modern (c. 1960-1970).
Style: Organic and minimalist.
Condition:
The item is in good vintage condition. The top is nicely smooth-polished. There are no visible damages or cracks. As with natural stone, there may be minor signs of aging or natural imperfections which contribute to its unique character.
A beautiful example of Italian (Volterra) craftsmanship from the mid-century. This heavy ashtray is made from high-quality alabaster and fully hand-carved in Italy. The piece is distinguished by the soft, almost translucent quality of the stone and the unique natural veining in cream and beige tones. Such pieces were often produced in Volterra, the historic center of alabaster working. The original sticker on the bottom ("Genuine Alabaster - Hand Carved - Made in Italy") confirms the provenance and authenticity.
Features:
Material: 100% Natural Alabaster (softer and warmer than marble).
Origin: Italy (Volterra region).
Period: Mid-Century Modern (c. 1960-1970).
Style: Organic and minimalist.
Condition:
The item is in good vintage condition. The top is nicely smooth-polished. There are no visible damages or cracks. As with natural stone, there may be minor signs of aging or natural imperfections which contribute to its unique character.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
2366 g
Specific region of origin
Volterra 1960-1970
Title additional information
Romano Bianchi style
No. of items
1
Style
Mid-century modern
Material
Alabaster
Country of origin
Italy
Colour
Beige, Cream, Grey
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
5.3 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
19.5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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