Italy, 1970s. This was the era when tortoiseshell-effect resins and gilded metal were happily combined in desk and reception objects, for a discreet and highly graphic luxury. This catch-all tray, found in Milan, is a fine example.
A square stepped base with moulded edges in tortoiseshell-effect resin: the top, a deep lavender with a hammered relief veined in brown, contrasts with the finely layered caramel edge. At the centre, a recessed amber disc holds a round gilded-metal dish with a domed rim, simply set in place and removable. The underside, in plain caramel, rests on four small pads.
Beautiful patina on the tortoiseshell, which has turned over time to a lavender violet. The metal shows a few knocks, scratches and small traces of oxidation, without consequence: a piece with a past.
At 15 x 15 cm and 4 cm high, it finds its place on an entryway, a console or a desk, for keys, loose change or rings. The dish lifts out to be emptied in one gesture.
Italy, 1970s. This was the era when tortoiseshell-effect resins and gilded metal were happily combined in desk and reception objects, for a discreet and highly graphic luxury. This catch-all tray, found in Milan, is a fine example.
A square stepped base with moulded edges in tortoiseshell-effect resin: the top, a deep lavender with a hammered relief veined in brown, contrasts with the finely layered caramel edge. At the centre, a recessed amber disc holds a round gilded-metal dish with a domed rim, simply set in place and removable. The underside, in plain caramel, rests on four small pads.
Beautiful patina on the tortoiseshell, which has turned over time to a lavender violet. The metal shows a few knocks, scratches and small traces of oxidation, without consequence: a piece with a past.
At 15 x 15 cm and 4 cm high, it finds its place on an entryway, a console or a desk, for keys, loose change or rings. The dish lifts out to be emptied in one gesture.
Material: Tortoiseshell-effect resin, gilded metal
Colour: Lavender, caramel and gold
Dimensions:
- Height: 4 cm
- Width: 15 cm
- Length: 15 cm
Condition: Good vintage condition: beautiful patina on the tortoiseshell, turned to lavender; a few knocks, scratches and small traces of oxidation on the metal, without consequence
This object is shipped with UPS, carefully packed, to your home or to a UPS access point.
You can also collect it by appointment at our storage space in the Essonne (91), one hour from Paris.
Any questions? contact@treaptyque.com or WhatsApp: +33 648 811 194.
