1920s Art Deco Cast Iron & Potoro Marble Smoking Stand With Fleur-De-Lis Finial

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Striking floor-standing smoking stand featuring a heavily cast iron base with bold geometric and chevron-patterned detailing, rising to a turned … Read more Striking floor-standing smoking stand featuring a heavily cast iron base with bold geometric and chevron-patterned detailing, rising to a turned central column and a circular Portoro marble top. The stone presents the unmistakable deep black ground with vivid golden veining characteristic of Portoro, creating a rich, high-contrast surface against the darkened metal base. At the top, a sculptural fleur-de-lis finial anchors the form, lending a distinctly French Revival or Art Deco accent to the otherwise industrial weight of the piece. The tiered metal collar beneath the marble and the sharply faceted base elements emphasize verticality and symmetry, while the substantial cast construction speaks to durability and permanence. Designed as a functional smoking stand or ash receiver, it balances decorative flourish with utilitarian intent. See less