Ashtray, brown oak, golden brass, Meubelfabriek Oisterwijk, Netherlands, 1970s.
350 PLN
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This vintage ashtray, produced in the 1970s by the esteemed Dutch manufacturer Meubelfabriek Oisterwijk, combines a robust solid brass insert with a square oak base. Measuring 16 × 16 cm, its geometric form is softened by rounded corners and features four smoothly contoured cigarette rests at each corner, framing a central circular depression. The removable brass component, finished in a muted, matte gold tone, displays visible patina, oxidation marks, and color variations, all characteristic of its age and use. The brass surface is slightly rough, showing greenish and darker spots, while the original manufacturer's stamp is preserved on the underside of the wooden base. The oak foundation exhibits age-related wear, including minor cracks, aligning with the authentic vintage aesthetic. Condition: good – marked by clear signs of use, patina on the brass, and cracks in the wood, but no major damage.The form of this ashtray embodies the voice of Dutch modernism from the 1970s: simplicity and utilitarian elegance distilled into a daily-use object. Every scratch, discoloration, and nuance of patina tells of decades spent as a silent witness to domestic rituals—when an ashtray was not merely a practical accessory but a fixture in the social landscape of the living room, marking moments of pause and conversation. Brass and oak, paired in crisp geometry, narrate a story of solidity and endurance, reflecting the design priorities of that era.The ashtray may serve as a functional accent on a coffee table in interiors ranging from classic mid-century modern to eclectic, collector-inspired spaces. It can be paired with heavier ceramics, a
DIMENSION
Height2.5 cm
Width16 cm
Length16 cm
Dimension details
Length16 cm
Height2.5 cm
Width16 cm
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