Space Age Ashtray in Orange Glass and Chrome-Plated Metal, 1970s

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The Space Age ashtray from the 1970s is made of solid amber-orange glass with clearly visible marbled and smoky streaks … Read more The Space Age ashtray from the 1970s is made of solid amber-orange glass with clearly visible marbled and smoky streaks of color. The smooth, shiny surface of the glass and the rounded, slightly flattened base ensure stability and suggest the perceptible weight of the object. The lid, in the form of a domed dome, is cast from mirror-finished chrome metal, equipped with two precise cutouts for storing cigarettes and a rotating ash chute mechanism. A thin chrome ring visually separates the glass from the metal, giving the whole piece a modular character typical of the Space Age trend. The product is in very good condition: no visible cracks or chips, only minor signs of wear on the metal elements, typical for objects of this age. The ashtray reflects the spirit of the 1970s fascination with space: its form evokes images of objects from catalogs of an era of dreams of interplanetary travel. The warmth of amber glass contrasts with the coolness of chrome, and the mirror effect multiplies the light, making the ashtray a small object that could be found both on the futuristic bridge of a spaceship and in a modernist living room. The materialized dream of technological progress is enclosed here in a sculptural, compact form. It works well on a coffee table or classic chest of drawers as a decorative accent in a retro or mid-century inspired living room. It can be combined with smooth porcelain or brightly colored plastics, as well as lamps with soft, rounded lines. The ashtray will stand out in the vicinity of textiles in uniform, saturated shades – bottle green, graphite, or cobalt blue will emphasize its collectible pedigree. See less