This ceramic ashtray by ASA was produced in Germany in the 1980s. Featuring a rectangular shape with gently curved sides and softly rounded edges, it offers a sense of subtle softness. Crafted from ceramic and finished with a matte glaze in a warm beige shade with a faint yellow undertone, the ashtray presents two shallow, symmetrical notches on its shorter sides for resting cigarettes. The construction is solid and seamless, devoid of decorative joints or embellishments, maintaining a monochromatic and minimalist aesthetic typical of German design from that era. The piece is signed and preserved in very good condition, with no signs of damage or wear. The listed price refers to a single item; three pieces are available. The ASA ashtray speaks in the voice of the 1980s, an era when disciplined forms merged with a quest for purity and functionality. Its geometric silhouette and creamy color recall a time when German design set new standards for everyday objects, and restrained lines with a limited color palette embodied a modern approach to utilitarian accessories. The matte surface gently absorbs light, imparting a calm, almost contemplative atmosphere that is characteristic of minimalist aesthetics. This ashtray can be paired with simple, contemporary ceramic or glass tableware on a coffee or side table, where its understated form emphasizes an orderly interior. It works well in mid-century modern arrangements as well as in more austere, minimalist settings. It can be combined with natural wood, metal, or glass accents, and may also serve as a small bowl for trinkets—a solution appreciated by design collectors and enthusiasts of functional minimalism alike.
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Height3 cm
Width8 cm
Length11 cm
Dimension details
Length11 cm
Height3 cm
Width8 cm
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