Mid-Century Italian Brass Fly Ashtray with Hinged Wings, 1960s

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Mid-century Italian fly ashtray in solid brass, from the 1960s. The hinged wings lift to reveal a dish underneath, so … Read more Mid-century Italian fly ashtray in solid brass, from the 1960s. The hinged wings lift to reveal a dish underneath, so it works as an ashtray, a catchall for rings and small things, or simply as a sculpture on a desk or shelf.

The casting is finely detailed: veined wings, a ribbed body, sculpted legs and a smooth polished back. At 467 g it feels solid and substantial. The hinge works smoothly.

This is an original vintage piece, not a reproduction, with a natural patina from age, mostly on the inside and underside.

Dimensions: H 5 cm × W 16 cm × D 10 cm
Weight: 467 g

Material: brass See less