Origin: India 

Age: Vintage 

Approximate Dimensions: 8.5” Diameter, 2”H

A vintage stone dish from India with a quietly finished in a matte black surface before firing. Time and use have softened the finish, revealing hints of the original beige clay beneath, creating a layered patina that feels both raw and intentional.

Originally used in everyday domestic life, likely for food preparation, serving, or small household offerings, this piece carries the weight and simplicity of functional craft. The form is shallow and grounded, designed for utility first, now elevated by age and surface transformation.

Today, we love these set onto of books, layered into a vignette with other stone and wood objects for contrast. It also functions well as a catchall for keys, jewelry, or collected objects, bringing a quiet, earthy tension to more refined interiors.