Ancient obsidian from Mount Ararat – a behemoth of biblical fame – is the raw material that forms the genesis to each piece hand-cut by Cub-ar. Rare, precious and exhibiting distinctive earth shades and stripe patterns, this volcano-formed gem is shaped into home-design objects that exude an air of gravitas. Like the Apkar paper tray, resplendent in fawn tones and deep zebra streaks.