ASHTRAY

Creator(s): Nicholas Haydon (Retailer)

Currently in storage

About this object

The ashtray is carved from a mottled turquoise stone. The shape is that of a water lily leaf. It stands on a base made in gilt metal. It has a wavy edge and four low feet that look like paws.

Object name:

ASHTRAY

Made from:

Turquoise -- metal

Made in:

USA

Date made:

20th c.

Size:

8.4 x 11.8 cm (3 5/16 x 4 5/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

21.194

Class:

HARDSTONE

Signature marks:

MARK on bottom: Nicholas Haydon 41 West 56 th Street NYC

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973