With the glow of a full moon and enough Space Age charm to send cocktail hour into orbit, this spherical ice bucket by Aldo Tura for Macabo brings a playful touch to the bar. Its silver-plated curves conceal a warm, rose-gold mirrored glass liner, while a recessed disk knob keeps the silhouette beautifully rounded.
A souvenir of an era when the moon was a destination and the future looked bright, it still makes an evening at home feel like something to celebrate. Fill it with ice, pour something lovely, and let the conversation wander.
Italian, mid-20th century.
Measurements
Diameter: 6.5 inches / 16.5 cm.
Condition
Vintage condition with surface scratches and small marks consistent with age and use.The glass liner is present and appears intact in the photographs. Please review the images closely for surface details. This ice bucket is typically displayed on a small round stand, which is what has the Macabo mark. This one is being sold without the stand. There is a very small ding on the lid which we tried to capture in photos.
History of the Maker
Aldo Tura’s work for Macabo of Cusano Milanino belongs to a distinctive chapter of Italian mid-century design, when practical tableware became an opportunity for sculptural invention. His spherical ice buckets reduce a familiar household object to a striking geometric form, balancing everyday usefulness with the pleasure of beautiful design. The silver plating is complete with no signs of plate loss.
Ways to Use
Keep ice close at hand for cocktails, aperitivi, or an afternoon gathering. Display it on a bar cart beside favorite glasses, or let its mirrored curves brighten a drinks cabinet.
For an unexpected use, fill the glass interior with individually wrapped chocolates—a gleaming surprise beneath the lid.
Duty Notice
The majority of our items are sourced in France and Italy and shipped from Italy. FOR BUYERS RECEIVING SHIPMENTS IN THE UNITED STATES: The policy regarding import duties on goods shipped to the U.S. from the EU has changed multiple times in the past two years, and therefore we cannot predict if you will have to pay a duty to your post man or at your post office to receive your package. We continue shipping to the U.S. so that you still have access to the unique items we source.