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C. 1920, Onyx Bowl with Natural Edges (Italian)
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C. 1920, Onyx Bowl with Natural Edges (Italian)

1900 - 1920
Description

C. 1920, Onyx Bowl With Natural Edges (Italian)

Warm tones of coral, cream and honey reveal the unique mineral grain and translucency of this handcrafted, natural edged bowl.

The bowl consists of a flat base and gently curved walls ending with a wide opening. Hand-turned from genuine onyx and polished to a smooth, satin finish that catches and softens light.

DIMENSIONS:

30cm x 24cm

CONDITION:

No cracks or chips.

PROVENANCE:

Purchased from an antiquities collector in Siena, Italy who had reportedly owned it since at least 1950.

Date of Manufacture

White Space Antiques has dated this Antique Italian Onyx Bowl to the 1920s.

Independent Date Check ID 09702666
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques Date1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 35-130 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1920s:
Hand-turned and polished stone: traditional lapidary work.
Banded translucent structure: typical of natural onyx.
Rough, unpolished rim: retains the natural edge of the stone block.
Smooth surface with minor natural fissures: typical of carved stone.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243238
Description
C. 1920, Onyx Bowl With Natural Edges (Italian)
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Warm tones of coral, cream and honey reveal the unique mineral grain and translucency of this handcrafted, natural edged bowl.
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The bowl consists of a flat base and gently curved walls ending with a wide opening. Hand-turned from genuine onyx and polished to a smooth, satin finish that catches and softens light.

DIMENSIONS:

30cm x 24cm

CONDITION:

No cracks or chips.

PROVENANCE:

Purchased from an antiquities collector in Siena, Italy who had reportedly owned it since at least 1950.

Date of Manufacture

White Space Antiques has dated this Antique Italian Onyx Bowl to the 1920s.

Independent Date Report ID 09702666
Dealer's Item Date1920s
Sellingantiques dating1920s
Sellingantiques agingItem 35-130 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1920s:
Hand-turned and polished stone: traditional lapidary work.
Banded translucent structure: typical of natural onyx.
Rough, unpolished rim: retains the natural edge of the stone block.
Smooth surface with minor natural fissures: typical of carved stone.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243238
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A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge.
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Archive I A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge.

C. 1920, Onyx Bowl with Natural Edges (Italian)

Archive II A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge. View II
Archive III A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge. View III
Archive IV A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge. View IV
Archive V A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge. View V
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Telephone 07760 835542
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Westbury
Wiltshire
United Kingdom

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A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge.
C. 1920, Onyx Bowl With Natural Edges (Italian)
Ref: SA1243238
A shallow circular Italian onyx bowl featuring a polished interior surface and an unrefined natural live edge.
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  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialOnyx, Stone
  • ColourWarm Beige
  • MotifsRaw live edge, Translucent stone, Carved interior
  • SizeW 30 cm (12 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

Italian onyx stonework gained significant popularity during the early 20th century, particularly throughout the Art Deco era. Craftsmen utilised natural stone deposits to carve ornamental objects, capitalizing on the minerals varied veining and translucent qualities.

Craftsmen turn or hollow out the interior of a quarried stone block using lathe tools and chisels, polishing the bowl basin smooth while leaving the outer rim untreated to preserve its organic texture.

Authentic period stone pieces display natural variations in density, colour tone, and mineral banding, alongside slight unevenness from hand-finishing techniques rather than uniform machine moulding.

A carved stone vessel can be placed on a coffee table, sideboard, or entryway console as an organic accent piece, serving either as a standalone sculpture or a functional tray for small daily items.

Clean onyx using a soft, damp cloth and mild, pH-neutral soap, avoiding acidic cleaners, vinegar, or abrasive scrubbers that can etch the polished surface of the mineral.
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