1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble and Bronze Italian Ashtray

An exquisite authentic piece of 1930s Italian Art Deco design, this substantial table ashtray is masterfully carved from genuine Portoro marble, renowned for its deep black ground richly accented by striking gold and cream veining. Atop the heavy, circular marble basin stands a detailed cast brass figure of a German Shepherd, capturing the sculptural elegance and animalier motifs quintessential to the interwar Art Deco period. Crafted in Italy, the thick marble disc features carved rest notches and a recessed well, highlighting the dramatic natural contrast of the stone. The bronze figure has developed a soft, aged patina over decades, enhancing its historic character. Preserved in good vintage condition with authentic surface wear and minor signs of age consistent with a functional desk accessory from the 1930s, this versatile collector's item functions beautifully as a catchall tray, desk centerpiece, or decorative accent in classic and eclectic interiors.

• Dimensions:
  Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Diameter: 7.49 in (19 cm)