{"title":"Study","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"christofle-hand-of-destinity-paperweight","title":"Christofle La Main du Destin | Silver Plate Paperweight","description":"\u003cp\u003eA silver-plated hand, cast life-size and engraved with the lines of palmistry — a Christofle object that sits between desk accessory, sculpture, and conversation piece, and belongs on all three counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as \u003cem\u003eLa Main du Destin\u003c\/em\u003e, this is one of the more singular objects in the Christofle catalogue — a full-scale hand in silver plate, the palm surface engraved in French with the classical lines of chiromancy: life, heart, head, fate. The Christofle mark is impressed on the reverse. At 7.5 × 6 × 5 cm and 450 g, it has the weight and presence of a proper sculptural object. Produced circa 1970. This piece comes without the original booklet or packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Christofle established his Paris house in the 1830s and by the 1840s had secured the French patents for electrolytic silver plating — a process that brought the finish of silversmithing within reach of a far wider market. Under Napoleon III he was named Fournisseur de l'Empereur, supplying the imperial palaces and the Orient Express. The house has continued producing silverware, objects, and tableware from Paris ever since, collaborating with designers across every period of French decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver plate · engraved palmistry lines · Christofle mark impressed on reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e circa 1970 · French production\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Life-size hand form · chiromancy engraving in French · substantial weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperweight only · original booklet and packaging not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7.5 × 6 × 5 cm · 450 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe with a soft dry cloth to maintain the silver-plate finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths or chemical silver dips — they will remove the plating over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA silver polishing cloth used gently will address any tarnishing on raised surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged humidity to prevent oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Christofle","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":52906682908939,"sku":"202516702","price":750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/christofle-la-main-du-destin.png?v=1771324274"},{"product_id":"large-murano-mushroom-lampi-1980s","title":"Fabbian for Mazzega Murano Mushroom Lamp | Opaline Swirl · 1980s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large Murano mushroom lamp from the 1980s — the kind of piece that changes a room simply by being on, and holds its own when it isn't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHand-blown in Murano by Fabbian for Mazzega, the shade is formed in opaline glass with a softly swirled ribbing that spirals across the dome — a technique that diffuses light evenly and gives the surface a quiet, almost textile quality. The base is chrome, polished to a clean reflective finish. At 50 cm height and 37 cm shade diameter, the proportions are generous without being overstated. Takes a standard E27 bulb. The lamp comes with its original cable, which due to age may require inspection and replacement by a qualified electrician before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFabbian was established in the Veneto in the 1960s and became one of the principal Italian lighting houses of the postwar period, working closely with Murano glassmakers — Mazzega among them — to produce lamps that treated blown glass as the primary design material rather than an ornament. Mazzega, founded in Murano in the early 20th century, was one of the island's most prolific producers of decorative lighting glass in the 1970s and 1980s, supplying designers and manufacturers across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaline Murano glass · swirl ribbing · polished chrome base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s Italian production · Fabbian for Mazzega\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-blown mushroom shade · E27 bulb · original cable included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamp only · original cable included · bulb not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH 50 cm · Shade Ø 37 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe glass shade with a soft dry cloth — do not use liquid cleaners directly on the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHandle the blown glass shade with care — it is original and irreplaceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe original cable is included but should be inspected by a qualified electrician before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a standard E27 bulb — do not exceed the recommended wattage for the fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fabbian","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":51980244746507,"sku":"202516602","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/Fabbian_per_Mazzega_Large_Murano_Mushroom_Table_Lamp_I_1980s.png?v=1771579489"},{"product_id":"silver-chrome-paper-clip-lebez","title":"Lebez Silver Chrome Paper Clip","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eSilver chrome steel finish with polished elegance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"558\"\u003e145mm size for secure and practical document hold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eA modern desk accessory that elevates workspace style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eCrafted in silver chrome steel, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eLebez 811B Paper Clip\u003c\/strong\u003e redefines the everyday with modern elegance. At 145mm, its sculptural form and polished finish transform a simple utility into a refined desk accessory. Minimal yet functional, it secures documents with ease while enhancing the aesthetic of any contemporary workspace. A timeless piece for those who value order, precision, and design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lebez","offers":[{"title":"Medium: 10 cm","offer_id":52116867711243,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large: 14.5 cm","offer_id":52116867744011,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/Lebez_and_Saffron_Asher_Candle_671be425-7970-4b65-aac1-1a8c63854280.png?v=1784800882"},{"product_id":"1960s-french-crystal-vannes-ashtray","title":"Vannes French Crystal Ashtray \u0026 Catchall","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-crafted lead crystal from France, circa 1960s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned by the renowned manufacturer Vannes Le Chatel, bearing an authentic vintage mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePristine clarity with subtle modernist curves – a sculptural object and functional décor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for classic-home styling: centrepiece, mantelpiece accent or refined display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA perfect blend of French elegance and mid-century character – rare, collectible, timeless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your interior with this nearly flawless 1960s ashtray crystal masterpiece. Perfect for classic-home styling, it captures light with grace and sophistication, bringing French luxury and mid-century charm to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fr.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Verrerie-cristallerie_de_Vannes-le-Ch%C3%A2tel?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/fr.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Verrerie-cristallerie_de_Vannes-le-Ch%C3%A2tel?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWith its luminous transparency and elegant silhouette, this 1960s crystal ashtray becomes more than décor—it becomes a sculptural centrepiece, capturing light and attention with grace. Whether styled atop a console in a sophisticated entry hall or paired with soft candle-light in a refined living space, it speaks quietly but memorably of curated taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is as new, with only a single micro scratch on the bottom that does not detract from its stunning aesthetic. Its provenance and signature mark ensure it holds both aesthetic and collectible value. Invite into your home a piece of French heritage—and a constant reminder of how timeless elegance resides in details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saint-Louis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52522906878219,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/French-Crystal-vannes-ashtray-catchall-square_1.png?v=1771358868"},{"product_id":"sterling-silver-bic-lighter-case-stripe","title":"Sterling Silver Ribbed Bic Lighter Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Bic lighter is an everyday object. This case makes it one worth keeping on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade in sterling silver 925 in Lucca, Tuscany. The ribbed pattern is worked directly into the surface — parallel ridges that catch light at different angles and give the piece a tactile quality the polished mirror version doesn't have. Made in the two classic Bic formats: Mini and Maxi. Both have an open base, so the lighter slides in and out without force. The Mini is 16 g, the Maxi 25 g — weight without bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the ateliers of Lucca by the silversmiths behind L'Officina's own jewellery and accessory line — a small workshop producing each piece individually, in sterling silver 925, without casting or moulding. Every case is supplied with a certificate of authenticity. The ribbed finish is one of two available; the polished mirror version is listed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver 925 · ribbed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lucca, Tuscany · Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini Bic and Maxi Bic — the two classic Bic lighter sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Case only · certificate of authenticity — lighter not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini Bic:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 × 23 × 12 mm · 16 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaxi Bic:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 × 26 × 14 mm · 25 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolish gently with a soft silver cloth to maintain the ribbed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths — they will flatten the ridge detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore away from moisture and other metals to prevent tarnishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/officinageneralstore.com\/pages\/care-guide\"\u003eFull care guide here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"L'Officina General Store","offers":[{"title":"Maxi Bic","offer_id":52697751978251,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini Bic","offer_id":53281263190283,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/Sterling_Silver_925_Maxi_Bic_Lighter_Stripped_Case_Final_4.png?v=1780678697"},{"product_id":"crystal-ashtray-ribbed-edge-florence","title":"Crystal Ashtray | Ribbed Edge · Florence","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small crystal dish for the entrance or the desk — keys and coins, a watch overnight, or a cigarette at the end of an evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCut crystal with a ribbed edge that catches and breaks the light around the rim. Weighted and solid in the hand, with the clarity that separates crystal from ordinary glass. A versatile catch-all that reads well empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Florentine crystal piece, retaining its original maker's labels. Tuscan crystal and glassware carry a long decorative tradition, and a small cut-crystal object of this kind sits comfortably in that lineage — made for daily use but finished to a higher standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut crystal · Ribbed edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000s Italian production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ribbed rim detail · Ashtray or catch-all · Original labels intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e One dish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eØ 10 cm \/ 3.9\" · approx. 300 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash in warm water to preserve the clarity of the crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths — they will dull the cut surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry with a soft cloth to prevent water marks in the ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"L'Officina General Store","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":53160311783691,"sku":"202622301","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/14_42b74f90-b721-4779-bb83-55c452fbbd90.png?v=1780752658"},{"product_id":"white-ceramic-hollywood-regency-lamp-octagonal","title":"White Ceramic Hollywood Regency Lamp | Octagonal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Hollywood Regency table lamp for a console, a sideboard, or the corner of a room that wants a little drama — sculptural enough to hold attention lit or unlit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA glazed white ceramic body in an octagonal form, clean and substantial at 47 cm tall, set on a brass holder that carries an aged patina from age and corrosion — depth of character that suits the piece rather than detracting from it. The ceramic body is in mint condition, with a polished, high-shine glaze that reads as pristine in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHollywood Regency emerged mid-century as a style of glamour and bold form — high-gloss ceramics, brass, and sculptural silhouettes drawn from the interiors of golden-age Hollywood. Italian ceramic lamps in this idiom were produced through the 1970s and 80s as statement lighting for the modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed white ceramic, polished high-shine finish · Brass lamp holder with patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s Italian production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Octagonal sculptural body · Statement table lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamp base only — shade not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eH 47 cm \/ 18.5\" · base 19 cm \/ 7.5\" · approx. 3.5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe shade shown in the photographs measures 60 cm in diameter and is for styling reference only — it is not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eWiring\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece retains its original vintage wiring, which has been tested and is in working condition. As with all vintage lighting, professional evaluation is recommended for modern safety. We can also arrange for the lamp to be rewired by a professional electrician before dispatch — contact the team for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood. The glazed ceramic body is mint — no cracks, chips, or wear — with a clean polished shine. The brass holder shows staining and patina consistent with age, which sets the overall grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust the ceramic body with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the brass patina as it is — cleaning will strip the aged finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave any electrical work carried out by a qualified electrician\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"L'Officina General Store","offers":[{"title":"Good","offer_id":53160519696651,"sku":"202622903","price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/Hollywood-Regency-1980s-ceramic-lamp_10.png?v=1782846710"},{"product_id":"brass-ashtray-brutalist-striped","title":"Brass Ashtray | Brutalist · Striped","description":"\u003cp\u003eA weight on the desk or the low table — catch-all for matches, a stray cufflink, the last cigarette of an evening, as much sculpture as vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid brass, cast as a square with a striped relief worked across the surface. The ridges break the light into parallel lines and give the hand something to read. Substantial in the palm at 700 grams. The four rests are cut clean into the corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrutalist brass of this kind came out of the Italian design workshops of the 1970s, where the decade's taste for raw, architectural metalwork reached the table. 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The glaze is applied by hand and you can feel the making beneath it: slight variations in the surface, the warmth of something thrown and finished by a person rather than a machine. No shade included — the form reads as sculpture without one, and takes a shade in almost any size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUgo Zaccagnini founded his ceramic house in Florence in 1905, having trained at the Richard-Ginori factory in Sesto Fiorentino — winning the Triennale di Milano in 1940 and trusted by Walt Disney to produce the first ceramic versions of his characters. In the 1980s, as the family's third generation ran the house, Zaccagnini turned exclusively to the production of lamp bases for high-end manufacturers — the final and most focused chapter of a century of Florentine craft. This lamp is from the last years of that chapter, made in the late 1990s before the factory closed its doors in 2000: signed on the base, sourced directly from the closing stock. 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The spark mechanism still strikes. It ships empty of gas, as vintage lighters must. The plating shows its age — a little corrosion to the pin and softening to the gold across the body. Read it as a decorative piece with a working spark, not an everyday lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is Hollywood Regency in its 1980s table form — the gold-and-shell glamour that ran through Italian decorative objects of the decade, mother-of-pearl set against gilt metal, made to dress a surface as much as to be used. 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A wave detail runs through the form, breaking the surface so it reads as object rather than vessel. Round, 18 cm across, with real heft — 1.5 kg of glass that doesn't slide or tip. Built first as an ashtray; just as at home holding paperclips, matches, or nothing at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalian glasswork of the 1980s, when weight and clarity were the marks of a well-made domestic piece. 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The material has a glass-like clarity that lets the contents show through without clutter. Minimal in profile — 19 cm wide, 9.5 cm deep — it sits flush against a wall or stands freely on a surface without demanding space. The form is honest: no applied decoration, no extraneous detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuzzini was founded in Recanati, in the Marche region of Italy, in 1912. Through the mid-twentieth century the house became one of Europe's leading producers of acrylic and plastic homeware, working with designers to bring considered form to everyday objects. 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Lead-free crystal gives the piece its substantial heft without the brittleness of older formulas. At 15 cm across and 4.5 cm deep, it sits low and wide — the proportions of something that stays where it is put.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCristal d'Arques was founded in Arques, Pas-de-Calais, in 1825 and grew to become one of the world's largest crystal manufacturers, supplying tableware and decorative glass across Europe and beyond. The Courcelle line was part of their early 2000s giftware range — mould-pressed lead-free crystal with a cut-glass appearance, produced for mass retail but finished with the precision the house built its name on. The brand continues to operate from the same northern French town.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lead-free crystal · Deep radial cut pattern · High-clarity glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000s French production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy base · Radial Courcelle cut · Wide 15 cm diameter · Suitable as ashtray or catch-all dish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ashtray only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eØ 15 cm × H 4.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash recommended to preserve the cut-glass clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths or scourers — they will dull the faceted surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry immediately with a soft lint-free cloth to prevent water marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher use not recommended — thermal cycling may cause micro-fractures over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cristal d'Arques","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":53272230658315,"sku":"202629702","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/7_e5e61a61-e609-4ec8-a6ec-44361f574668.png?v=1785162220"},{"product_id":"prada-saffiano-leather-notebook-aw05-burnt-orange","title":"Prada Saffiano Leather Notebook | A5 · Burnt Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Prada notebook that sits on a desk without pretending to be anything other than what it is — considered craft in a format you'll actually use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaffiano leather cover in burnt orange, the cross-hatch texture pressed to resist marks and hold its shape across years of handling. A5 size, 126 pages — article 2AR395, from the AW05 collection. The leather is clean and unmarked throughout. Comes with its original box and authenticity card; note that the box shows some staining, the notebook itself is in mint condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrada introduced Saffiano leather in the 1910s, patented for its diagonal cross-hatch finish achieved through a hot-pressing process on calf leather. The technique was revived and repositioned by Miuccia Prada in the 1990s and became one of the house's signature materials through the 2000s — used across small leather goods, accessories, and objects. Article 2AR395 dates to the AW05 collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saffiano leather cover · Burnt orange · Cross-hatch pressed finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e A5 · 126 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000s — Prada AW05 collection, article 2AR395\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notebook · Original box · Authenticity card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the leather surface with a soft dry cloth — avoid damp cloths or solvent-based products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore flat or upright — avoid stacking heavy items on top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Saffiano finish is naturally resistant to light marks; no conditioning required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Prada","offers":[{"title":"As New","offer_id":53272267424011,"sku":"202629901","price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/22_926b39c5-2d5c-42af-8721-b70398650edc.png?v=1785162237"},{"product_id":"lalex-gold-plated-silver-ballpoint-pen-1980s","title":"Lalex | Gold-Plated Silver Ballpoint Pen · 1980s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA writing instrument that earns its place on a desk — the Lalex gold-plated pen, weighted and balanced for daily use, arriving with its original box and certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolid 925 silver body with 22-carat gold plating. The plating has developed a gentle patina over time — warm, uneven in places, the kind of surface that comes from years of handling rather than neglect. The black ink cartridge has been replaced and is ready to write. At 13 cm, it sits comfortably in hand. The original cinnamon-coloured presentation box and certificate of authenticity are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLalex was founded in 1938 in Italy, producing silver and gold-plated writing instruments and desk objects at a time when the fountain pen was still the instrument of daily correspondence. The house built its reputation on the quality of its silver work and the precision of its plating. This piece dates from the 1980s, when the brand continued to produce limited series in 925 silver with 22-carat gold finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e 925 sterling silver body · 22-carat gold plating · natural patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s Italian production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ballpoint mechanism · replaced black ink cartridge · ready to write\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pen · original cinnamon presentation box · certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eLength: 13 cm · approx. 30 g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish gently with a soft, dry cloth — avoid abrasive materials that will scratch the gold plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the original box when not in use to protect the plating from oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from moisture and perfumes, which accelerate tarnishing on gold-plated silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use silver-cleaning dips — they strip the gold layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LaLex 1938","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":53273784451339,"sku":"202630102","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/lalex-925silver_goldplated_4.png?v=1785171715"},{"product_id":"porcelain-shell-bowl-23-12-cm","title":"Porcelain Shell Bowl | 23 × 12 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA shell-form porcelain bowl that moves between the table and the room — fruit, keys, jewellery, or nothing at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMoulded in a shallow clamshell form with a naturalistic scalloped rim. The glaze is a clean, matt-adjacent white that holds the shape without fuss. At 23 × 12 cm, it sits flat and holds well — the right scale for a sideboard or a table centre. French porcelain of this period was produced to a consistent material standard: dense body, even glaze, no porosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe maker's mark is no longer present on this piece. The form, glaze quality, and body density are consistent with French porcelain production of the 1980s — a decade when shell and nature-form tableware was widely produced across Limoges and regional ateliers in response to the naturalist decorative current running through French table arts of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \/ Hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e White glazed porcelain · Scalloped shell form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s French porcelain production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shell-moulded form · Scalloped rim · Flat stable base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bowl only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e23 × 12 × 4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand wash recommended to preserve the glaze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths or scourers on the glazed surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher use at low temperature is possible but may dull the glaze over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot suitable for microwave use if the glaze contains any metallic trace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"L'Officina General Store","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":53273785270539,"sku":"202630202","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9669\/5051\/files\/21_0a27565e-d078-4091-a675-01b86ebe48f1.png?v=1785170714"}],"url":"https:\/\/officinageneralstore.com\/collections\/study-home-office-desk-accessories.oembed","provider":"L'Officina General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}