This bathroom set is made in pure brass, handcrafted by local artisans and then plated for the matte black finish. You can place folded or rolled hand towels in the tray or just use it to keep the dispenser and the tumbler. The tumbler can be used for essentials like toothbrushes or can also be used as a mini vase with flowers. This product is a labour of years of practice, love and livelihood for kaarigars hand making them. These are acceptable hallmarks of handmade handicrafts.