Art Deco Modernist Freestanding Ashtray in Nickel-Plated Metal, 1950

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An elegant freestanding ashtray made of metal with a nickel-plated finish, designed in the Art Deco and early Modernist styles. … Read more An elegant freestanding ashtray made of metal with a nickel-plated finish, designed in the Art Deco and early Modernist styles. Its slender, fluted column and harmonious proportions give it a timeless, elegant character. The upper bowl features three cigarette holders.

Designed to be placed next to an armchair, sofa, or club table. Ashtrays of this type were a popular fixture in living rooms, hotels, cafés, and clubs in the first half of the 20th century.

The item is preserved in its original condition with a natural patina and signs of use that highlight its authenticity and age.

Condition: Good vintage condition. Visible signs of use, localized discoloration, patina, and minor scratches consistent with the item’s age. Stable construction.

This decorative ashtray is a perfect addition to Art Deco and modernist interiors, collectors’ studies, clubs, and spaces inspired by early 20th-century design. An original functional object with a distinct character of the era. See less