French Ashtray in Fossilized Wood

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Antique ashtray made of fossilized wood (petrified wood), carved directly from a natural slice, preserving its irregular contours. The core … Read more Antique ashtray made of fossilized wood (petrified wood), carved directly from a natural slice, preserving its irregular contours. The core is hollowed out and polished, revealing the mineralized veins of the wood transformed into stone over millennia. The exterior retains a raw, organic texture, contrasting with the smooth, glossy interior. A rare object blending mineral and plant life, both utilitarian and decorative. ⸻ Main Characteristics • Type: Ashtray • Origin: France • Period: 19th century • Material: Fossilized wood / Petrified wood • Carved from a natural slice • Polished interior, raw exterior • Unique piece • Very good antique condition, natural patina ⸻ Style Style: Cabinet of curiosities / 19th-century decorative naturalism ⸻ Keywords antique ashtray, fossilized wood, petrified wood, curiosity, cabinet of curiosities, mineral object, 19th century, natural decoration, unique piece See less