Ashtray, blue crystal, Val St Lambert, Belgium, 1970s.
420 PLN
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This Val St Lambert ashtray is a representative example of Belgian 1960s design, crafted from crystal glass using a double-layer technique—a deep, saturated blue encased within a clear, highly polished crystal layer. Its form, characteristic of mid-century modern, combines organic, asymmetrical lines with a sculptural silhouette. The thick, stable base lends the piece a sense of weight, while soft curves and a glossy, mirror-like surface highlight its craftsmanship. Color transitions are seamless, and the precisely hand-polished edges reflect the maker’s attention to detail. The underside features the manufacturer's engraved signature. The ashtray is preserved in very good vintage condition, showing minimal traces of use typical for its age; there are no visible chips, cracks, or discoloration—the crystal remains clear and luminous.Within this ashtray lies the spirit of an era where innovation was intertwined with everyday luxury. Val St Lambert, renowned for pioneering glass techniques, seems to have captured a fragment of postwar optimism in this object: the intense blue appears suspended within the crystal, as if time itself is paused between the layers. Each play of light tells a story of the 1960s, when functional objects were also designed to embody a modern aesthetic.The ashtray will suit a collector’s living room or a contemporary mid-century styled interior. It can be paired with a polished brass tray, a sculptural candleholder, or a minimalist coffee table—allowing the blue glass to become a visual anchor for other decorative objects. It may also be combined with ceramic or metal accents to emphasize its refined simplicity, or serve as a standalone decorative piece on a console or shelving, where light enhances the depth of color and brilliance of the crystal.
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Height8 cm
Width13 cm
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Width13 cm
Height8 cm
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