Italian Alabaster Decorative Box | Alabaster Box | ca. 1960–1980

A compact decorative box made of solid alabaster, finished in a soft “white chocolate” shade with natural veining.

Alabaster possesses a special quality: it catches light in a subtle way, allowing the stone to glow almost from within. It is precisely this slight transparency and natural pattern that make each piece unique.

This small box features a metal hinge and was originally made for storing small personal items, jewelry, or mementos. Nowadays, it works just as well as a decorative object on a bedside table, dresser, or desk.

A beautiful example of the Italian love for natural materials and timeless simplicity.