5.25" Robert Maxwell mid-century ashtray / trinket Bowl

is a Mid-Century Modern Robert Maxwell ashtray bowl, featuring a distinctive crackle glass glaze in shades of green and aqua. <br>Designer &amp; Era: Designed by Robert Maxwell, a prominent figure in Mid-Century Modern studio pottery. <br>Materials: Made from stoneware with a fused crackle glass center, often using Blenko glass. <br>Features: The crackle effect in the glass is a result of cooling after firing, creating a unique texture. <br>Usage: While originally designed as an ashtray, it can also be used as a decorative bowl or coaster. <br>Collectibility: Robert Maxwell's pieces are sought after by collectors of Mid-Century Modern design and studio pottery.