Arnica Fluted White Alabaster Rectangular Lidded Box

A rectangular alabaster box with fluted sides and golden veining, a stone catchall for a desk, vanity or console.

Arnica is a rectangular lidded box in white alabaster with vertical fluting around the sides and warm golden veining across the lid. It holds jewelry, remotes, cards or amenities and brings a soft, glowing stone surface to a vanity, console or desk.

At 8 inches wide, 6 inches deep and 2.5 inches high, it is a flat, easy-to-place box that fits a nightstand or a tray. The ribbed edge adds texture, and the warm veining suits modern, transitional and spa-style spaces.

Specifications

• Collection: Metropolitan Decor Essentials
• Dimensions: 8 in W x 6 in D x 2.5 in H (20.3 x 15.2 x 6.3 cm)
• Materials: Alabaster
• Finish / Color: White alabaster with golden veining
• Features: Removable lid
• Item number: MD-MDE-20080

Where to use it

• Vanity or dresser: Keep jewelry and small accessories together.
• Home office desk: Hold cards, clips and small items.
• Hotel suite or spa counter: Offer a stone box for guest items.
• Console table: Style it with a lamp and a small vase.

Planning notes

Pair it with the square Allium box for a set of two shapes. Because the veining is a feature of the stone, the box will differ from the photo and from other boxes.

The stone is porous, so keep it dry and wipe it gently. Place it on a tray to protect furniture, and keep the lid on to preserve the fluted line. Set it near a lamp where light passes through the stone and brings out the golden tones. In an office, the rectangular shape fits a desk drawer organizer or a credenza top. In a hotel suite, one box on the writing desk gives guests a clear place for keys and small valuables. Check the lid before moving so it does not slip off.

Who this is not for

• Not for outdoor use: we recommend it for indoor rooms.
• Not for soaking: alabaster is porous and can stain or soften if left wet.

Care

Dust with a soft dry cloth and spot clean with a barely damp one, then dry at once. Do not soak.

About Metropolitan Decor Essentials

Metropolitan Decor Essentials is our own label: practical furniture, serveware and accessories we choose for how they work in a room and how easily they slot into a larger scheme. Every piece is named for a plant, and each one is picked by the same team that has been curating interiors for our customers since 2009.

Frequently asked questions

Does the lid lift off?

Yes. The lid sits on the box and lifts off.

Is there a smaller matching box?

Yes, the Allium box is a square version with the same fluting.

Will the veining match?

No. Natural alabaster varies, so each piece has its own pattern.

Is it for the bathroom?

It suits a dry vanity. Keep it away from standing water.

Is it a good gift?

It suits housewarmings and spa-style gifts.

Trade & project orders

Designers, architects and hospitality buyers can open a MetropolitanDecor trade account for project pricing and help planning multiples across guest rooms, suites and lounges.

Shipping

Ships within 3–5 business days. All sales are final; please inspect your delivery and report any shipping damage within 48 hours of receipt.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.