Alabaster and Brass Pedestal Dish

A twentieth-century piece — alabaster bowl with warm veining set into a brass pedestal with ornate handles and a shell-motif base. 

Use it as a trinket dish for small treasures, a catch-all for jewelry on the nightstand, a butter dish on the table, or purely as a sculptural object. The patina on the brass adds character without apology.

Condition: Good. Patina on brass.

Origin: Twentieth century

Details:

• Alabaster bowl with tan and rust veining
• Brass pedestal base with shell detailing
• Ornate brass handles
• Originally designed as an ashtray—repurpose as you wish
• 14.5 cm tall × 20 cm diameter
• Decorative and functional

Roman Estates sources authentic 18th–20th century Italian and European antiques directly from private Roman estates and historic dealers. Each piece is individually selected for quality, provenance, and design merit.

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