Ashtray, brown gold yellow glass, by F. Poli, Italy, 1970s
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This Murano glass ashtray, attributed to Flavio Poli and dating from the 1960s and 70s, is a testament to Italian craftsmanship of the mid-century era. Its design features a striking geometric contrast: a square exterior pairs with a smoothly curved, bowl-like interior. Made from thick, hand-shaped glass of exceptional clarity and gloss, it displays the characteristic sommerso technique—layered colors typical of Venetian glassmaking—where a warm amber-brown hue fades into golden yellow at the base. The sharply defined edges and flawlessly polished, mirror-like surface are free from scratches or chips, highlighting the piece's excellent state of preservation and authentic collectible character.Within this ashtray, one senses the voice of an era that celebrated bold simplicity and the pursuit of craftsmanship perfection. Layers of transparent glass tell a story of Italian modernism—a time when light and color intertwined in everyday objects. Its shape and tones evoke memories of sunlit interiors, where even the smallest detail could serve as a distinctive accent. This object quietly narrates the elegance of past decades—a moment of pause, a collector’s appreciation of the ordinary.The ashtray can serve both as a functional accessory and a decorative object on a console, sideboard, or coffee table. It pairs well with other Murano glass pieces or contrasting minimalist accents in metal, wood, or ceramics. It would work beautifully in a mid-century modern arrangement, an eclectic collector’s living room, or against a muted palette that allows the amber and golden hues to stand out. Consider combining it with soft textiles of subtle texture or artwork in simple frames—its geometric form and color depth will then naturally draw focus within the interior.
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Height5 cm
Width7 cm
Length7 cm
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Length7 cm
Height5 cm
Width7 cm
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