Early 20th Century Italian Alabaster Sculptural Lotus Leaf Dish

Hand carved leaf tray made of Alabaster, 1970s.

Hand-Carved Marble Decorative Dish with Open Lotus Flower Shape

These hand-carved marble soap dishes are crafted by traditional artisans in Rajasthan State, India. Their shape derives from lily pads, and they drain excellently, sparing one's soap from getting soggy. Hand-made, so individual items may vary subtly from one to the next. Marble carving has been practiced in Rajastan since at least the 7th century. Marble was known as the 'royal stone' and carvers used it to construct tombs, palaces, and temples. The Taj Mahal is composed entirely of white marble. Marble is a metamorphic rock that forms when limestone is subjected to heat and pressure in the Earth. It is composed primarily of the mineral calcite (CaCO3) and often contains other minerals, such as mica, quartz, pyrite, iron oxide, and graphite. Marble is a rock resulting from metamorphism of sedimentary carbonate rocks, most commonly limestone or dolomite (rock). Metamorphism causes variable recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. white marble is the result of metamorphism of a very pure (silicate-poor) limestone or dolomite protolith. DESIGNER Michael W...

Hand-carved Onyx Bowls. Uniquely shaped! Only a few items in stock! Custom Sized (larger or smaller) bowls are available upon request. Lead time on made to order will be 3-4 months

Carved pleated leaf charger Dong Shan Jade Hand carved Limited edition. Each piece is individually crafted and is unique. Jade color, size and inclusions all vary.  

These hand-carved marble soap dishes are crafted by traditional artisans in Rajasthan State, India. Their shape derives from lily pads, and they drain excellently, sparing one's soap from getting soggy. DESIGNER Michael W...

This exquisite petite carved wood dish from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) masterfully depicts a lotus leaf in intricate detail. The top surface of the dish showcases the deli...

Hand-carved in Italy during the 1900’s, this small marble shell basin would make a great vide-poche. A vide-poche (literally “empty pocket”) is a small sto...

Sunburst Vide Poche or Bowl in Hand Carved Alabaster Italy 1960s A beautiful hand carved bowl or vide poche with a distinct sunburst shape. Italy, mid 20th century. Wonderful desi...

Custom made for us in Italy, this white alabaster platter or shallow bowl has gray veining and is in the form of a leaf.