Dish - Malachite, Brass - Malachite bowl

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Elegant, heavy oval malachite mosaic bowl set in a brass surround, 22.4 cm long, 14.3 cm wide, 5.3 cm high, weighing 703 g, of Russian origin and mid‑century modern style (1950s–1980s), in good used condition with patina on the brass edge and small natural pores with a visible crack.

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Description from the seller

Elegant, heavy oval-shaped bowl made of genuine malachite mosaic. The piece impresses with the mineral's typical vibrant banding in various greens. The bowl is set with a surrounding brass trim at the edge. A decorative collectible that captivates with its natural patterning and intense color.
Details
• Manufacturer: Unknown (handmade)
• Provenance: Probably DR Congo or Russia (centers of malachite processing)
• Year of appearance: 2nd half of the 20th century
• Technique: Malachite mosaic (marquetry) on body, ground and polished
• Style: Mid-Century / Luxury interior
• Dimensions: H: 5.3 cm | L: 22.4 cm | W: 14.3 cm
• Weight: 703 g
Condition
Good age-related condition with authentic patina on the brass edge. Naturally occurring small pores (holes) in the stone structure and a visible crack (see detail photos), which underline the antique character.
Shipping: The bowl is packed securely for transport and insured for shipping.

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Elegant, heavy oval-shaped bowl made of genuine malachite mosaic. The piece impresses with the mineral's typical vibrant banding in various greens. The bowl is set with a surrounding brass trim at the edge. A decorative collectible that captivates with its natural patterning and intense color.
Details
• Manufacturer: Unknown (handmade)
• Provenance: Probably DR Congo or Russia (centers of malachite processing)
• Year of appearance: 2nd half of the 20th century
• Technique: Malachite mosaic (marquetry) on body, ground and polished
• Style: Mid-Century / Luxury interior
• Dimensions: H: 5.3 cm | L: 22.4 cm | W: 14.3 cm
• Weight: 703 g
Condition
Good age-related condition with authentic patina on the brass edge. Naturally occurring small pores (holes) in the stone structure and a visible crack (see detail photos), which underline the antique character.
Shipping: The bowl is packed securely for transport and insured for shipping.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
703 g
Title additional information
Malachite bowl
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Russia
Material
Brass, Malachite
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5.3 cm
Width
22.4 cm
Depth
14.3 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970, 1970-1980, 1980-1990
GermanyVerified
15
Objects sold
6
Objects in auction
2
Reviews
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