{"product_id":"brass-elephant-foot-mosaic-ashtray","title":"Brass Elephant Foot Mosaic Ashtray: The Ornate Gatherer","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA kaleidoscope of vibrant stone fragments meets the darkened weight of hand-cast brass, creating a centerpiece that feels like a discovery from a royal treasury. With its complex mosaic body and darkened, hand-engraved rim, this stone chip inlay brass ashtray serves as both functional art and a bold conversation piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFinish contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: The dark, antiqued patina of the rim and elephant-shaped feet provides a grounding frame for the vivid, multi-colored stone mosaic body.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: A deep, circular basin is supported by three ornate elephant-head feet, topped with a meticulously chased, scalloped edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eKey attribute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: The body features a dense, geometric mosaic of hand-set stone chips, interspersed with floral motifs that capture the light from every angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCraftsmanship detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: Traditional lost-wax casting is paired with precision lapidary work, where each fragment is hand-fitted into the metal frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry of Functional Mosaic Metalwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe tradition of inlaying vibrant minerals into brass is a storied practice in Indian metalcraft, designed to elevate everyday objects into symbols of luxury and artistic patronage. This piece draws inspiration from classic ornamentation, where the elephant—an emblem of wisdom and strength—is stylized into the functional legs of the vessel, symbolizing the support of the cosmos. The mosaic process requires immense skill, as artisans must meticulously shape and set each stone fragment to follow the curved geometry of the bowl. By blending heavy, antiqued metal with colorful stone art, the foundry transforms a simple catchall into a tactile, celebratory vessel that honors centuries of artisanal labor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStyling Notes \u0026amp; Home Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosition this vibrant piece on a dark wood coffee table or a leather-bound study desk, where its rich mosaic hues and antique patina create a striking, storied focal point. Ideal as a sophisticated wedding or housewarming gift, this piece brings a vibrant, storied focal point to any lounge area. It measures roughly the circumference of a small grapefruit, offering a substantial presence without cluttering your surface. The concentrated mass of the solid brass core ensures that the vessel remains perfectly stable, while the meticulous stone-setting guarantees that each piece is a unique variation of color and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaintain a pristine and culturally rich smoking lounge by resting this mosaic gatherer beside a matching stone chip inlay teapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46140285878447,"sku":"VSP-052","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/74W_Compressed.jpg?v=1761981218","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/brass-elephant-foot-mosaic-ashtray","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}