Napoli Stone

A triangular ashtray cut from travertine marble, by Gentile of Naples, with the characteristic open, pitted surface of the stone. In the manner of the Fratelli Mannelli travertine ware of the period.

Retains its original Gentile foil label (Via A. Diaz, Napoli) to the base. A handsome, weighty object for a desk or coffee table.

Origin: Italy (Naples)
Maker: Gentile
Era: 1970s
Materials: Travertine marble
Dimensions: 9 cm across × 4 cm
Attribution: Labelled Gentile, Via A. Diaz, Napoli
Condition: Good vintage condition commensurate with age. Refer to photographs.

For details of the terms used above, see our Condition & Attribution Reference Guide.