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Aldo Tura Round Ashtray, Parchment & Brass, Mid-Century Modern
Aldo Tura Round Ashtray, Parchment & Brass, Mid-Century Modern

Aldo Tura Round Ashtray, Parchment & Brass, Mid-Century Modern

By Aldo Tura

Located in bari, IT

Round ashtray made in the first half of the 1970s in hand-applied parchment, with brass parts. Made by Aldo Tura TuRa made in Italy Tura Aldo (1909-1963) Biography Aldo Tura is an I...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Brass

Lalique French Crystal Jewelry Dish or Ashtray Leaf Design
Lalique French Crystal Jewelry Dish or Ashtray Leaf Design

Lalique French Crystal Jewelry Dish or Ashtray Leaf Design

By Lalique, René Lalique

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful, signed, Lalique crystal dish with decorative leaf and indent design around edge, circa 20th century, France. Piece is from French luxury crystal maker Lalique. Made...

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20th Century French Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Monumental pink marble ashtray, 20th century
Monumental pink marble ashtray, 20th century

Monumental pink marble ashtray, 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

An enormous pink marble ashtray, probably late 20th century.

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20th Century Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Marble

Vintage Ceramic CinZano Vermouth Triangular Ashtray in Red Blue & White, Italy
Vintage Ceramic CinZano Vermouth Triangular Ashtray in Red Blue & White, Italy

Vintage Ceramic CinZano Vermouth Triangular Ashtray in Red Blue & White, Italy

By Cinzano

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A vintage CinZano vermouth ashtray or catchall. This dish is triangular in shape and created from crisp white ceramic. There are three sides, and each side is labeled with CinZano Ve...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Vintage Italian Lavender Art Glass Dish with Swirled Edges by V.A.N. Crystal
Vintage Italian Lavender Art Glass Dish with Swirled Edges by V.A.N. Crystal

Vintage Italian Lavender Art Glass Dish with Swirled Edges by V.A.N. Crystal

Located in Toronto, CA

This exquisite lavender art glass dish was handblown in Italy by V.A.N. Crystal during the mid-20th century, a period celebrated for its innovation in Murano-inspired glass design. T...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Blown Glass

Midcentury Fused Art Glass "Catch All" in the Style of Higgins Glass
Midcentury Fused Art Glass "Catch All" in the Style of Higgins Glass

Midcentury Fused Art Glass "Catch All" in the Style of Higgins Glass

By Higgins Glass

Located in San Diego, CA

A gorgeous midcentury fused art glass "catch all" in the style of Higgins Glass, circa 1970s. The piece measures 7.5"W x 3.625”D x .5” H and is in very good vintage condition. Really...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass

GUCCI Crystal Cigar Ashtray
GUCCI Crystal Cigar Ashtray

GUCCI Crystal Cigar Ashtray

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Thick and heavy clear crystal cigar ashtray by Gucci / Made in Italy in 1990s Measures: width 8 inches, depth 8 inches, height 1.5 inches 1 available in stock in Italy * please note ...

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20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed
Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Londi Bitossi Ashtray, Ceramic, Safety Pin, Blue, Gold, Signed. Small to medium scale deep ashtray with three cigarette rests. Decorated with a pattern of gold glazed safety pin...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray
Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray

Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermes Paris Porcelain Ashtray Rectangular white porcelain ashtray with gold details on the edges. It features a central design of a horse in harness and gold and black decoration. I...

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20th Century French Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Henriot Champagne Ashtray, Thick Glass, Square Design, France, 1960s
Henriot Champagne Ashtray, Thick Glass, Square Design, France, 1960s

Henriot Champagne Ashtray, Thick Glass, Square Design, France, 1960s

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Henriot Champagne advertising ashtray, France, 1960s, made of thick molded glass, an iconic promotional item for breweries and champagne houses. Square with beveled corners, this ashtray has a robust, geometric structure, typical of the design of the era. The base is adorned with the Henriot Champagne logo and name, visible through the glass, adding a graphic and authentic touch. The notches at the corners allow for the placement of cigarettes, while the thickness of the glass gives it a striking presence on a table. Both a utilitarian and decorative object, it is now sought after for its vintage aesthetic and advertising significance. Style : Mid-century Advertising Modernist Vintage Key Features : Thick molded glass France, 1960s Henriot Champagne advertising ashtray Square shape with beveled corners Integrated lettering and logo Cigarette slots Sturdy and functional design Collectible item Keywords : vintage champagne ashtray...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Brutalist ashtray by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970
Brutalist ashtray by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970

Brutalist ashtray by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Superb travertine ashtray designed and manufactured by fratelli mannelli in italy in the 1970s. Very beautiful work of carving of travertine marble giving a brutalist style to this a...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Travertine

Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche
Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche

Haeger Rounded Edge Mauve Pink Postmodern Vide Poche

By Royal Haeger

Located in New York, NY

Postmodern Haeger vide poche catchall. Bold rounded edges make this a standout piece, mauve color is versatile and pairs nicely with many other colors. Perfect for a coffee table, dr...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Striking "Atomic Orb" Art Glass Ashtray in Ruby Red by Viking Glass
Striking "Atomic Orb" Art Glass Ashtray in Ruby Red by Viking Glass

Striking "Atomic Orb" Art Glass Ashtray in Ruby Red by Viking Glass

By Viking Glass Company

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking "Atomic Orb" art glass ashtray in ruby red by Viking Glass, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 6"D x 5"H. Great ...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass

Vide-Poche or Ashtray Ceramic and Brass by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s
Vide-Poche or Ashtray Ceramic and Brass by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s

Vide-Poche or Ashtray Ceramic and Brass by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Rome, IT

Amazing round ashtray or vide-poche in granite effect ceramic and brass by the Italian designer Tommaso Barbi. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Tommaso Barbi's original label is s...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Red Glass Ashtray Bowl, Italy, 1970s
Mid Century Red Glass Ashtray Bowl, Italy, 1970s

Mid Century Red Glass Ashtray Bowl, Italy, 1970s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

This original vintage glass element was designed and produced in the 1970s in Lombardia, Italy. It is made in Sommerso Technique and has a fantastic faceted form. The vibrant color m...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Jacques Adnet Standing Ashtray / Catchall
Jacques Adnet Standing Ashtray / Catchall

Jacques Adnet Standing Ashtray / Catchall

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Jacques Adnet standing ashtray in black leather with signature contrast stitching and iron tripod base Beautiful black ceramic astray and signature bamboo stem. France, 1940s

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1940s French Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Iron

1950s Pepe Mendoza Ashtray Malachite & Brass Mexican Modernism
1950s Pepe Mendoza Ashtray Malachite & Brass Mexican Modernism

1950s Pepe Mendoza Ashtray Malachite & Brass Mexican Modernism

By Pepe Mendoza

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration an Ashtray from the Mid Century Modern period designed by Pepe Mendoza , Mexico circa the 1950s . Stamp by maker present Dimensions: .75 thick x 4.38 w x 5 ...

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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

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Malachite, Brass

African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper
African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

Located in Forest, BE

Unique massive malachite from copper mines in old began Congo. Natural stone. Perfect as decorative object or for cigars and cigarettes. It is a mix between brutalist and polished pa...

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Mid-20th Century Congolese Colonial Revival Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century 1980s Chilean Brown Marble Ashtray, San Bernardo Atelier
Mid-Century 1980s Chilean Brown Marble Ashtray, San Bernardo Atelier

Mid-Century 1980s Chilean Brown Marble Ashtray, San Bernardo Atelier

Located in Toronto, CA

Exquisitely carved in the 1980s by an Italian-immigrant marble atelier in San Bernardo, Santiago, this remarkable mid-century-inspired ashtray embodies the sophistication and materia...

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Late 20th Century Chilean Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Danish Glass Ashtray by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1962
Mid-Century Danish Glass Ashtray by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1962

Mid-Century Danish Glass Ashtray by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1962

By Per Lütken

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Danish Glass Ashtray by Per Lütken for Holmegaard, 1962, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969 This piece has an attribution mark, Additional information: Mater...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray
Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray

Hermes Paris porcelain ashtray

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermès Paris Porcelain Ashtray This ashtray features a charming, detailed design of a duck in a natural setting, with delicate brushstrokes and a harmonious color palette. The depict...

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20th Century French Post-Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray
Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray

Large Cenedese Italian Asymmetric Blue Sommerso Murano Glass Bowl, Dish, Ashtray

By Cenedese, Antonio da Ros

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Antonio da Ros (attributed) for Cenedese large & heavy vintage midcentury Italian Murano glass geode bowl, serving dish or ashtray, circa 1965-1975. Utilizing the Sommerso technique ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray, France, 20th Century
Hermès Porcelain Ashtray, France, 20th Century

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray, France, 20th Century

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray, France, 20th Century An elegant porcelain ashtray by Hermès, made in France, that combines refined craftsmanship with a distinctive and sophisticated design...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Greek Pottery Ashtray
Greek Pottery Ashtray

Greek Pottery Ashtray

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Vintage Greek Pottery Ashtray, hand painted and signed by artist. It was brought back from a trip to Greece in the 70's era. A great vintage souvenir with artists markings on reverse...

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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Ashtrays

Materials

Clay

Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Pink Alabastro Glass Shell Bowls, 1950
Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Pink Alabastro Glass Shell Bowls, 1950

Pair of Archimede Seguso Murano Blue Pink Alabastro Glass Shell Bowls, 1950

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of Murano Sommerso pink and blue opalescent glass shell bowls. Attributed to Archimede Seguso. Italy, 1950s. Pink and blue opalescent glass in the Alabastro design cased into cl...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass

Mid 20th Century Modern Sculptural Ashtray in Green Onyx Marble, Italy 60s
Mid 20th Century Modern Sculptural Ashtray in Green Onyx Marble, Italy 60s

Mid 20th Century Modern Sculptural Ashtray in Green Onyx Marble, Italy 60s

Located in Roma, IT

This ashtray is part of a small collection that we purchased in a Roman house and includes 2 other pieces, all for sale here on firstdibs, made with various carved minerals. Green on...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Onyx

Polychrome Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Avem
Polychrome Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Avem

Polychrome Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Avem

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1960s. This ashtray / catchall is made in Murano glass. It is a "Tutti frutti" model, n° 12065. It is published on a catalogue. This is a vintage piece, therefore it m...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass

Elegant Mid Century Modern Cast Bronze Ashtray Germany 1960s
Elegant Mid Century Modern Cast Bronze Ashtray Germany 1960s

Elegant Mid Century Modern Cast Bronze Ashtray Germany 1960s

Located in München, BY

Elegant Mid-Century Modern massive, heavy cast bronze ashtray. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1960s. Executed in cast bronze. Dimensions: Height: 3.15 in. (8 cm) Diameter:...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Archimede Seguso Murano Bullicante Black & Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray
Archimede Seguso Murano Bullicante Black & Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray

Archimede Seguso Murano Bullicante Black & Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray

By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Barcelona, ES

Striped Bullicante Murano clear glass ashtray with black inclusions. Attributed to Archimede Seguso. Italy, 1950s. This eye-catching Murano glass bowl or ashtray is made in clear gl...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Mid-century Italian Brass Floor Ashtray, 1950s
Mid-century Italian Brass Floor Ashtray, 1950s

Mid-century Italian Brass Floor Ashtray, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Mid-century italian brass floor ashtray, 1950s Elegant and in good condition, as shown in the photographs. Height 71 cm, diameter 19 cm

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1950s Italian Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Israeli Ashtray in Cast Iron and Beech, 1960s
Midcentury Israeli Ashtray in Cast Iron and Beech, 1960s

Midcentury Israeli Ashtray in Cast Iron and Beech, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A practical ashtray with handle. Its made from beech and fluted cast iron partially decorated with teal green paint. Made in Israel circa 1960-70. Measurements: W: 15/8 cm, H: 4 cm (...

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1960s Israeli Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Iron

Saint-Louis Crystal Ashtray, Blue Center Faceted Design, France
Saint-Louis Crystal Ashtray, Blue Center Faceted Design, France

Saint-Louis Crystal Ashtray, Blue Center Faceted Design, France

By Saint Louis

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Striking French crystal ashtray by Saint-Louis, distinguished by its sculptural, faceted form and deep cobalt blue central element. The contrast between the clear cut crystal and the...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Crystal

Italian Murano Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray, circa 1970s
Italian Murano Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray, circa 1970s

Italian Murano Clear Art Glass Bowl or Ashtray, circa 1970s

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and substantial Italian modern Murano clear/transparent art glass ashtray or bowl, circa late-20th century, 1970s, Italy. Beautiful as a stand-alone object, candy dish (pieces pops with colorful candy as demonstrated), or its intended use, an ashtray. Indentation in front supports a cigarette. Piece appears to have never been used. Dimensions: .88" thickness 4.57" diameter 3" H (at lowest in front) 6.25" H (highest point at back) Other items in images also available, search 1stDibs ref. #s: Italian blue alabaster marble box...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s
Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s

Spanish Revival Wrought Iron Ashtray / Platter / Vide-Poche, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Hand Forged Iron Ashtray / Vide-Poche or Drinks Tray, Spain, 1930-1940. Spanish Wrought Iron Ashtray with Handles. This handcrafted ashtray is heavily adorned by the hammer marks tho...

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20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Ashtrays

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Romano Bianchi Green Alabaster Ashtray, Italy, 1970s, Elegant Design
Romano Bianchi Green Alabaster Ashtray, Italy, 1970s, Elegant Design

Romano Bianchi Green Alabaster Ashtray, Italy, 1970s, Elegant Design

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Exquisite large green alabaster ashtray, designed and handcrafted by Romano Bianchi in Italy during the 1970s. This striking piece, with its rich patina, blends artistry and elegance...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

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Alabaster

Vintage Wood Tea & Bar Cart with Drop-Leaf Sides and Bottle Holder, 1940s
Vintage Wood Tea & Bar Cart with Drop-Leaf Sides and Bottle Holder, 1940s

Vintage Wood Tea & Bar Cart with Drop-Leaf Sides and Bottle Holder, 1940s

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant vintage tea and bar cart crafted in rich mahogany, dating from the 1940s. This refined serving trolley features two practical drop-leaf side extensions that expand the surfac...

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Mid-20th Century Late Victorian Ashtrays

Materials

Wood

Fornasetti Vide Poche Catchall, Porcelain, Italy, 1950s
Fornasetti Vide Poche Catchall, Porcelain, Italy, 1950s

Fornasetti Vide Poche Catchall, Porcelain, Italy, 1950s

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milano, IT

1950s Fornasetti original astonishing porcelain vide poche/catchall "Sonate- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart" by Piero Fornasetti . Heavy porcelain construction for use as beautiful desk acc...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Giulio Radi for Avem
Vintage Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Giulio Radi for Avem

Vintage Murano Glass "Tutti Frutti" Ashtray / Vide-Poche by Giulio Radi for Avem

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM), Giulio Radi

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Made in Italy, 1950s. This ashtray / catchall is made in Bizantine zanfirico murano glass with murrines. It is a "Tutti frutti" model, n° 12065. It is published on a catalogue. This ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Murano Glass, Murrine

African massive malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper
African massive malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

African massive malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

Located in Forest, BE

Unique malachite from copper mines in old began Congo. Natural stone. Perfect as decorative object or for cigars and cigarettes. ----------------------------------------------------...

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Mid-20th Century Congolese Colonial Revival Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Grey  ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s
Grey  ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s

Grey ABS 4663 Wall Ashtray/emptying trays by Centro Kappa for Kartell, 1980s

By Kappa, Kartell

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This wall ashtray is made up by 3 main parts with an additional removable tray. this sculptural item was designed as an ashtray but I think it should be more iteresting used as an em...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Plastic

Limoges France Porcelain Dish Ashtray Souvenir of Paris Cobalt Blue and 24K Gold
Limoges France Porcelain Dish Ashtray Souvenir of Paris Cobalt Blue and 24K Gold

Limoges France Porcelain Dish Ashtray Souvenir of Paris Cobalt Blue and 24K Gold

By Limoges

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand-Painted Cobalt Blue and Gold Limoges France Porcelain Ashtray. Vintage Limoges France porcelain round ashtray cobalt blue and 24 karat gold. Elegant precious porcelain ashtray hand painted with a scene Souvenir of Paris, the monuments are The Tour Eiffel, the Arc de Triumphe, Le Sacre Coeur, The Notre Dame, L'opera. Use it as an ashtray or for decorative accent dish. Limoges made in France...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Ashtrays

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-century Hand Painted 3D Women on Florida Beach Ceramic Ashtray
Mid-century Hand Painted 3D Women on Florida Beach Ceramic Ashtray

Mid-century Hand Painted 3D Women on Florida Beach Ceramic Ashtray

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century hand painted Women on Florida beach ceramic ashtray fashioned after the works of ceramic artists of the time like Dorothy Kindell. The ashtray features a raised, three-di...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 6 Mid-Century Metal Hedgehog Stacking Ashtray from the Ussr, 1960s
Set of 6 Mid-Century Metal Hedgehog Stacking Ashtray from the Ussr, 1960s

Set of 6 Mid-Century Metal Hedgehog Stacking Ashtray from the Ussr, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Metal Hedgehog Stacking Ashtray from the Ussr, 1960s, Set of 6, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959. Additional information: Materials: Metal Color: Silver St...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Antique, New and Vintage Ashtrays

Once a near-universal tabletop accessory, many antique, new and vintage ashtrays have taken on an entirely new purpose in today’s homes.

Whereas these formerly ubiquitous objects were associated with smoking, drinking, gambling and other vices, a well-designed and interesting ashtray is a candy dish, coaster or cocktail garnish receptacle in today’s interiors. But don’t discount its initial function. Amid your carefully curated coastal chic California decor, for example, a stone ashtray can help you manage the ashes that accumulate while you’re burning your morning incense. Old glass ashtrays, which are quite popular and easily found in free-form, organic shapes, can be a purely decorative final touch when styling a coffee table, whether you’ve filled it with wrapped lemon-drop candies or not.

In the postwar years, the democratization of luxury led to an explosion in the number of well-designed ashtrays, and there are many mid-century modern ashtrays to choose from on 1stDibs. (It’s no coincidence that sculptor Isamu Noguchi devised his “Dymaxion” version, which he hoped would make him rich, in 1945. Alas, it turned out to be too difficult to mass-produce.) The design collection of the Museum of Modern Art includes ashtrays by Carlo Scarpa (Murano glass, 1950–59); Achille Castiglioni (stainless steel with spring-like inserts, 1970); Masayuki Kurokawa (rubber and steel, 1973) and more. Smoking declined in popularity in the 1970s and ’80s, after the surgeon general’s warning began appearing on cigarette packs, but designers were still crafting ashtrays through the end of the century (especially outside the United States).

On 1stDibs, browse a collection of antique, new and vintage ashtrays that includes everything from modern and minimalist cigar ashtrays to outwardly ornate Art Deco ashtrays that evoke the opulence and elegance of the 1920s.