Silver-Plated Flower-Shaped Cocktail Ashtray with Removable Petals from Gucci, 1970s

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A fabulous ashtray dating back to around the 70s but also a stunning decorative element for your home today i … Read more A fabulous ashtray dating back to around the 70s but also a stunning decorative element for your home today i imagine it as a paperweight on a desk or on a coffee table in smoked green glass (as in the photos) to reproduce an aquatic flower, such as a lotus or a nuphar. The manufacturing of this ashtray is reminiscent of the materials and techniques used, but above all for the attempt to faithfully reproduce shapes and the natural world such as animals and plants in metal alloys. This splendid vintage ashtray, made of silver metal, was unexpectedly produced by a historic luxury brand better known in the fashion sector than in the furniture sector: gucci each petal of this flower can be easily removed from the pistil and becomes a convenient personal ashtray, perfect for an evening with several guests. Item is in good vintage condition. Intact and with a splendid patina of time. Reach out for any additional questions. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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