Category: Hawkins New York
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The antiqued brass has this warm, slightly uneven patina that makes it feel like something I'd find at a flea market. I keep it on my desk for keys and loose change, and the octagonal shape keeps it from looking boring next to all my rectangular stuff.
I got the smallest size for my nightstand and it's perfect for corralling rings, bobby pins, and a couple of hair ties. The antiqued brass has a lovely muted patina rather than a shiny finish, and the octagonal edges give it just enough character without being fussy.
The hand-hammered finish catches the light from every angle, and the octagonal shape gives it a subtle art-deco vibe that plain trays just don't have. I've got mine on the entryway table for keys and loose change, and the slight variations in the antiquing actually make it look more intentional than
