Volterra - Ashtray (3) - Alabaster
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Three-piece vintage Italian alabaster set in emerald green marble-like finish, circa 1960–1970, in mid‑century modern Volterra style, comprising a cigarette case, a table lighter, and a large ashtray with chrome/silver detailing; total weight 2371 g and dimensions approximately 19 cm wide/deep and 5.5 cm high, with minor signs of wear consistent with age.
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Magnificent vintage living room set "Fumeur," consisting of three matching pieces in alabaster (or reconstituted stone) resembling emerald green marble, accented with chrome/silver metal details.
Magnificent Italian artisanal work from the Art Deco / Mid-Century era, entirely in the spirit of alabaster productions by Romano Bianchi in Volterra. Unsigned piece, characteristic of Tuscan craftsmanship of the 1960s.
This elegant set with a mid-20th-century design will bring a refined touch and a unique retro aesthetic to your interior decor.
The vivid color and deep veining of the stone are remarkably well preserved.
Lot composition:
• 1 large cigarette box/coffin with elegant dimensions 14 cm deep, 11 cm high, 5.5 cm wide, clean interior, with a finely worked metal rim.
• A table lighter, 8.5 cm, Rechargeable, Chrome mechanism, robust and timeless design (not tested).
• A large ashtray, 19 cm diameter, height 5.5 cm. Wide circular shape with textured finishes around the entire circumference.
• The set is in very good condition. The colors are vibrant. The mechanisms and surfaces show a beautiful patina consistent with the objects’ age.
Additional information
Material: Alabaster / Marbled stone
Style: Vintage / Retro / Chic
Use: Ideal for a collector, as a decorative object or original gift.
Careful packaging, secure and fast to ensure a worry-free delivery.
• Note: a tiny crack is present on the edge of the metal frame of the box (visible in photos), but this does not affect its solidity or the smooth operation of opening and closing. Normal charming wear for an item of this era. Please refer to the photos.
Fast, careful, and secure shipping.
Magnificent vintage living room set "Fumeur," consisting of three matching pieces in alabaster (or reconstituted stone) resembling emerald green marble, accented with chrome/silver metal details.
Magnificent Italian artisanal work from the Art Deco / Mid-Century era, entirely in the spirit of alabaster productions by Romano Bianchi in Volterra. Unsigned piece, characteristic of Tuscan craftsmanship of the 1960s.
This elegant set with a mid-20th-century design will bring a refined touch and a unique retro aesthetic to your interior decor.
The vivid color and deep veining of the stone are remarkably well preserved.
Lot composition:
• 1 large cigarette box/coffin with elegant dimensions 14 cm deep, 11 cm high, 5.5 cm wide, clean interior, with a finely worked metal rim.
• A table lighter, 8.5 cm, Rechargeable, Chrome mechanism, robust and timeless design (not tested).
• A large ashtray, 19 cm diameter, height 5.5 cm. Wide circular shape with textured finishes around the entire circumference.
• The set is in very good condition. The colors are vibrant. The mechanisms and surfaces show a beautiful patina consistent with the objects’ age.
Additional information
Material: Alabaster / Marbled stone
Style: Vintage / Retro / Chic
Use: Ideal for a collector, as a decorative object or original gift.
Careful packaging, secure and fast to ensure a worry-free delivery.
• Note: a tiny crack is present on the edge of the metal frame of the box (visible in photos), but this does not affect its solidity or the smooth operation of opening and closing. Normal charming wear for an item of this era. Please refer to the photos.
Fast, careful, and secure shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Volterra
Weight
2371 g
Number of objects
3
Style
Mid-century modern
Material
Alabaster
Country of origin
Italy
Colour
Green
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
5.5 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
19 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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