This Chinese ashtray from the 1960s, crafted from resin in a faux ivory shade, exemplifies a sculptural form inspired by classic oriental motifs. The triangular form, with fluid, organic contours, features a deep central well for ash, while each corner is crowned by a highly detailed Foo dog (Shishi) head — each with pronounced facial features, flowing manes, and intricately rendered fur texture. Its surface presents a creamy, softly matte hue with subtle tonal variations, echoing the look of aged ivory. The sides are adorned with relief-carved elements: imitation scales, banners with Chinese characters, and chinoiserie-inspired motifs. The entire piece showcases careful attention to detail and solid construction, reflecting the decorative spirit of the era. It remains in very good vintage condition, displaying only faint traces of use typical for its age, without cracks or repairs.
The form of this ashtray brings forth the voice of an era enamored with the reinterpretation of Far Eastern symbols in the West. The Foo dog motif, a traditional Chinese guardian, alludes to ancient beliefs and iconography, while the creamy surface and sculptural detail recall a time when chinoiserie ornament signaled both a collector's passion and a search for originality in everyday objects. The solid presence and resin texture convey a sense of monumentality, as though this piece not only decorated a coffee table but whispered of forgotten ceremonies and distant rites.
Such an ashtray can be well integrated into interiors influenced by Asian aesthetics or in eclectic collector’s spaces. It can be displayed on a lacquered wood coffee table alongside books on Asian art, a ceramic tea bowl, or a
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Height7 cm
Depth21 cm
Width21 cm
Dimension details
Width21 cm
Height7 cm
Depth21 cm
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