L’OBJET Portugal porcelain nut/condiment holder. Hand applied 24K gold paint . Matte finish with shiny gold rim trim. Shiny gold rim around bottom of holder as well. White porcelain interior. This gold matte finish is hand applied gold leaf and there are brush stroke discrepancies that are minor. This is due only to the hand brushing and is to be expected. This is a fired porcelain piece and can be hand washed. Made in Portugal and designed by Elad Yifrach who introduced L’OBJET in 2004. L’Objet features beautiful and unique dinnerware, linens, serveware and accessories. It is carefully handmade by European and Asian craftsmen. They are pieces of the highest quality. This piece is great for nuts, candy, condiments or as a sugar or sauce bowl. Lovely handmade piece. No chips or cracks.