Vintage Art Deco French Copper Dinanderie Ashtray With a Decorative Geometric Band.

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Dinanderie is a decorative metalworking technique that originated in Dinant, a town in Belgium, known for its brassware. This technique … Read more Dinanderie is a decorative metalworking technique that originated in Dinant, a town in Belgium, known for its brassware. This technique involves incising designs into copper or brass and then filling the incisions with contrasting metals, such as silver or darker alloys, to create intricate patterns. It became particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles.

Art Deco, flourishing between the 1920s and 1930s, embraced geometric shapes, stylized forms, and luxurious materials. French artisans excelled in combining traditional techniques like Dinanderie with the modern aesthetic of Art Deco, producing decorative objects that were both functional and artistic. Ashtrays from this era, especially those made with high-quality materials and decorative techniques, are sought after by collectors. See less