This ceramic ashtray from Denmark, dating to the 1940s, represents classic Scandinavian craftsmanship in the Art Deco style with clear Bauhaus influences. The simple, broadly rectangular shape with gently rounded corners is finished in a forest green matte glaze, offering a subtle satin sheen and a nuanced gradient from darker edges to a softly lighter center. The focal point is a raised, stylized relief of an eagle perched on a rock, rendered with geometric simplification typical of Art Deco in that period. Parallel ribbed accents on both sides serve both decorative and functional purposes, acting as holders for a cigarette while lending a sense of architectural structure to the object. The surface is smooth to the touch with delicate speckling characteristic of period glazes. There are no visible cracks or chips – all elements are original, with no signs of restoration. Condition: very good, showing only minor traces of use and a light patina consistent with its age. The form of this ashtray echoes the spirit of its era, where ornament and function were thoughtfully balanced: the eagle motif channels the 1940s belief in modern symbolism – not merely a practical object but a miniature, sculptural piece that introduced a quiet aspiration for art into everyday life. The green glaze, geometric relief, and restrained decoration narrate a period when simplicity met monumentality, and even the most unassuming accessories were shaped by a love for clarity and rich, natural colors.
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Height4 cm
Depth14 cm
Width17 cm
Dimension details
Width17 cm
Height4 cm
Depth14 cm
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