Polished Ashtrays

Delightful round ashtray or valet tray in gorgeous burgundy ceramic and brass. This rare decorative piece is signed on the bottom and was designed by Tommaso Barbi and produced in It...

A beautiful multi-faceted and polished Murano glass ashtray in a wonderful diamond shape from the 1960s. Designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte, Italy. A colorful combination of light-blue, yellow and green layered art...

A complete set of six stackable midcentury hedgehog ashtrays / bowls i metal. Great original condition.

A brass and walnut mid-century lidded ashtray with amazing original patina. Designed by Carl Auböck, Austria in the 1950s. Sold at 'Illums Bolighus' in Copenhagen, Denmark. Great ...

Modernist Stainless Steel Smoking Tray by Mingardo Dimensions: D 41 x W 25 x H 8 cm Materials: Natural polished stainless-steel with extra clear tempered...

“Antivento” ashtray by Gabriella Crespi, produced in the 1970s. Small-scale solid brass ashtray with a rotating swivel lid, designed to function as a windproof ashtray...

Ashtray grey sharkskin 2 cigars yachting with bag covered with grey shagreen finish printed on calfskin with grey stitching. Bag filled with 1 kg micro metal balls that give high s...

A white mother of pearl ashtray with dolphin sculpture, circa early-20th century. Piece is polished mother-of-pearl with a dolphin sculpture/statue and t...

Large and rare fish sculpture / ashtray / bowl in solid brass. Designed by Walter Bosse for Herta Baller in Vienna, Austria, 1950s. Great original condition, with amazing patina. ...

Mid Century polished nickel smoking set featuring an ashtray and lighter with an etched diamond pattern, Signed. Lighter measures 5" Tall x 2" diameter Ash Tray measures 7.25" dia...

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte (attributed) Midcentury Modern desk set featuring a pen holder or stand with a tray and an ashtray. Made in Ita...

An Austrian poker set of four ashtrays designed by Ferdinand Vogel. Gorgeous set of four players ashtrays, created in Vienna Austria during the art deco period, back in the 1930. Cr...

Brass ashtray vienna around 1950s Only polished

Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...

A beautiful vintage and authentic minimalist standing ashtray / smoking stand from the 1950s, designed and crafted by Werkstätte Carl Auböck in Vienna, Austria. This sculptural piece...

Ashtray White Calfskin 2 Cigars Yachting with bag covered with white calfskin genuine leather in white color. Bag filled with 1 kg micro metal balls that ...

Ashtray black croco 2 cigars yachting with bag covered with black crocodile finish printed on calfskin with black stitching. Bag filled with 1 kg micro metal balls that give high ...

A round pished Egyptian tray in this style serves both as a functional item for serving drinks with grace and style, and as an exquisite decorative piece to adorn homes, showcasing the artistry and ctural heritage of Egypt and its surrounding regions. It is a testimony to the enduring beauty and craftsmanship that has been cherished for centuries, a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate admirers around the world. A pished North African Egyptian pished brass tray is a stunning piece of traditional craftsmanship that showcases the rich artistic heritage of the country. It is meticously handcrafted by skilled artisans who specialize in metalwork and imbue each tray with intricate designs and meticous attention to detail, inlaid with copper and silver metal with some Arabic writing. The tray typically features a circar or rectangar shape, with a slightly raised rim to prevent items from sliding off. The brass material is carefly worked to achieve a smooth and shiny surface, which is then pished to a lustrous finish, enhancing the natural beauty of the metal. One of the distinguishing features of a pished Middle Eastern Egyptian brass tray is its exquisite engraving and inlay work. The artisans skillfly carve intricate patterns, geometric motifs, or elaborate floral designs onto the surface of the tray. These designs are often inspired by traditional Egyptian architecture, Islamic art, or nature, and reflect the ctural and artistic influences of the region. A round pished Islamic metalwork, is a breathtaking example of the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic heritage of the region. Handcrafted with skillf precision, this tray showcases a harmonious blend of ctural influences, resting in a piece that is both visually captivating and historically significant.About Islamic Metalwork. Arabesques, a hallmark of Islamic art, are gracefly interwoven patterns that symbize the infinite and the interconnectedness of all creation. Calligraphy, featuring verses from the Quran or other religious or poetic texts, adds an element of spirituality and ctural significance to the design. Islamic brass metalwork, including brass trays, is an intricate and beautif form of art that originated in the Islamic world. It encompasses a wide range of decorative objects made from brass or other metals such as copper, bronze, and silver. Brass trays, in particar, are highly regarded for their craftsmanship and intricate designs. Islamic brass metalwork has a rich history that dates back to the early Islamic period, with its roots in the metalworking traditions of ancient civilizations such as the Persians, Greeks, and Romans. However, Islamic artisans developed their own unique styles and techniques, blending elements from various ctures and creating distinctive motifs that reflected Islamic aesthetics and religious beliefs. The process of creating brass trays invves several steps, each requiring specialized skills. Here is a general overview of the traditional techniques invved: 1) Design: A skilled artist or calligrapher creates the design for the brass tray. Islamic brass metalwork often incorporates intricate geometric patterns, arabesques, floral motifs, and calligraphy inspired by Quranic verses or poetry. 2) Metalworking: The tray is typically made from a sheet of brass or another metal. The metal is cut into the desired shape and then hammered or pressed to create the shallow depression of the tray. Traditional techniques such as repoussé (hammering from the reverse side) or chasing (hammering on the front side) may be employed to shape the metal. 3) Engraving: The surface of the tray is often decorated with intricate engravings or etchings. Skilled artisans use chisels, gravers, or other specialized tos to create fine details and elaborate patterns. 4) Filigree and Inlay: Some brass trays feature additional decorative elements such as filigree or inlay work. Filigree invves shaping thin wires of brass into delicate patterns and sdering them onto the tray's surface. Inlay work, on the other hand, invves embedding contrasting materials such as silver or copper into the brass, creating intricate designs. 5) Surface Treatment: After the main decorative work is complete, the tray may undergo surface treatments to enhance its appearance. This can include processes like pishing, buffing, or applying various chemical patinas to create an aged or oxidized effect. Throughout history, Islamic brass trays...

This Vide-poche, or ashtray, was carved from a block of stone,Agathe stone, then polished. We can see as a decoration scheme this extraordinary sinuous Veinage, in brown and beige gr...

A fossil of an Orthoseras squid that lived over 50 million years ago made into an ashtray or decorative dish sometime during the 1970s. Measurements: 13x9x2.5 cm.

A beautiful modernist bowl or ashtray featuring a curved handle, shaped like a scoop. Made of polished solid brass. Designed and crafted by Werkstätte Carl Auböck in the 1950s, this ...

Brass ashtray vienna 1960s Brass polished and stove enameled

Walter bosse ashtay vienna around 1950s Original condition

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern Faceted vintage Italian Murano art glass bowl, dish or ashtray circa 1960s. The combination of blue and clear glass tinted, ever so slightly, with a ligh...

Cast brass bottle opener by the Auböck Werkstätte, Vienna, circa 1960. The piece is shaped as a coin to which the actual bottle opener is attached...

Carl Auböck #5556-2 ashtray "Tune In", Austria 2022.

Carl Auböck #4082 ashtray, Austria 2022.

Ashtray Black Sharkskin 4 Cigars Yachting with bag covered with black shagreen finish printed on calfskin with black stitching. Bag filled with 1 kg micro metal balls that give hig...

Carl Auböck #4206-C ashtray, Austria 2022.

Ashtray black shagreen 2 cigars yachting with bag covered with black shagreen finish printed on calfskin with black stitching. Bag filled with 1 kg mi...

Carl Auböck #5556-1 ashtray "Turn On", Austria 2022.

Carl Auböck Ashtray #4206-A, Austria 2022.

Ashtray Colisee Small with stainless steel structure in chrome finish. Also available in gold plated finish or in blackened chrome finish, on request.

Petrified Wood Round Shape Solid Black Round Bowl Dish Large Plate Ashtray MINT!

Original, rare Art Deco standing floor Ashtray from Switzerland, Geneva about 1930. Polished and partly new chromed metal. Restored condition. Marked at the bottom: „Etalages-Vitrine...

Large ashtray by the Auböck workshop, Vienna, circa 1950. In polished brass covered by a uniform natural patina, it has a wooden handle. Stamped '1' on...

Carl Auböck #3600-1 ashtray "Crown", Austria 2022. Also available in patinated brass.

MADMEN Ashtray — 2016 A monumental ashtray combining bronze, brass and optional marble, conceived as a sculptural object rather than a utilitarian accessory. Materials: Solid bron...

Box, ashtray in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 28 x D 12 x H 10 cm Materials: Polished bronze.  

Ashtray, box in polished bronze by FAKASAKA Design Dimensions: W 26 x D 14 x H 9 cm Materials: Polished bronze.