French Bronze Ashtray with Phoenix Bird Motif, 1950s

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Vintage French bronze ashtray featuring a beautifully embossed phoenix bird. A charming mid-20th-century French bronze ashtray, circa 1950s, richly decorated … Read more Vintage French bronze ashtray featuring a beautifully embossed phoenix bird. A charming mid-20th-century French bronze ashtray, circa 1950s, richly decorated with a detailed relief of a phoenix bird surrounded by stylised foliage. The oval form, scalloped border, and four cigarette rests give the piece a sculptural, tactile quality typical of French decorative metalwork of the period. This ashtray is crafted from bronze, giving the relief its depth and crisp definition. The surface shows an attractive aged patina that emphasises the raised details. Perfect as a functional ashtray, a desk accessory, or a decorative object for a curated vignette. Condition: In good vintage condition with age-related surface wear and patina. Dimensions Height: 2 cm (0.79 in) Width: 12 cm (4.72 in) Length: 16 cm (6.30 in) See less