This German Art Deco pewter ashtray from the 1930s embodies the era’s refined approach to form and function. The round, shallow bowl is finished in a cool, silver-grey tone with a slightly matte surface, subtly marked by areas of natural patina and faint surface scratches. A sculptural, elevated cigarette rest—supported by two stylized, curved arms—serves as both a functional and decorative element, true to the period’s minimalist and geometric ideals. The object’s proportions are compact and balanced, with a strong visual accent provided by the cigarette platform. Crafted from pewter, the piece reveals gentle casting marks and a lightly textured finish, underscoring its vintage authenticity. The presence of signature marks confirms its origin and date. The ashtray is in good vintage condition, showing only minor signs of age and gentle cleaning. This small object channels the reserved elegance of pre-war Europe—a time when precision and restraint shaped everyday rituals. Its form speaks in the language of the 1930s, where utility and visual clarity were held in equal esteem. The metallic coolness of pewter and the soft play of light on its raised rest evoke the mood of modernist cafés and quiet conversations over cigarettes—an echo of an era in which even the simplest objects carried meaning and ceremony. The ashtray could be placed on a classic walnut coffee table, alongside geometric vessels, glass decanters, or minimalist
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Height3 cm
Width9 cm
Length12 cm
Dimension details
Length12 cm
Height3 cm
Width9 cm
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