Palm Springs Biltmore Hotel Ashtray, Porcelain With Gilt Trim, Circa 1960s

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Palm Springs Biltmore Hotel Advertising Ashtray, Porcelain with Gilt Trim, circa 1960s
A rare and highly collectible vintage advertising ashtray … Read more Palm Springs Biltmore Hotel Advertising Ashtray, Porcelain with Gilt Trim, circa 1960s
A rare and highly collectible vintage advertising ashtray from the iconic Palm Springs Biltmore Hotel, a celebrated mid-century desert resort known for its Hollywood clientele.
Crafted in white porcelain, this elegant piece features the hotel’s crest and “Biltmore Palm Springs” lettering in gold, framed by a finely gilt-trimmed rim. Its clean form and refined detailing reflect the glamour and sophistication of Palm Springs’ golden era.
Opened in 1948 by impresario Samuel H. Levin, the Palm Springs Biltmore quickly became a favored retreat for celebrities, including members of the Rat Pack and Frank Sinatra, adding to its enduring allure and collectibility.
Originally designed as an ashtray, this piece now serves beautifully as a vide-poche or decorative catchall—an evocative souvenir of mid-century resort culture.
Dimensions:
4.5" Diameter × 1.25" H
Materials: Porcelain with gold trim
Origin: Palm Springs, California, USA
Period: Circa 1960s
Condition:
Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age
A stylish and nostalgic piece of hospitality history—ideal for collectors of hotel memorabilia and Palm Springs modernism. See less