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ASHTRAY

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The ashtray is a small round shallow dish carved in moss agate. It has straight sides. Around the base is a silver ring supported by three silver feet. The feet attach to the dish with leaf scrolls.

Object name:
ASHTRAY
Made from:
Moss agate -- silver
Made in:
FRANCE
Date made:
1900
Size:
7.6 cm (3 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
21.181
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
MARK Sterling; France; two hallmarks (obus and lozenge)
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973