Ashtray, golden bronze, by J. Pabst, BKB Berliner Bildguss, Germany, 1930s.
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This bronze ashtray, designed by Josef Pabst for BKB Berliner Bildguss in the 1930s, exemplifies a restrained take on German Art Deco metalwork from the interwar period. Crafted from solid, warm bronze with a matte golden finish, it features a low, stable profile and harmonious proportions (18 x 18 x 5 cm). The thick, rounded rim is equipped with three wide, integrated cigarette rests positioned at equal intervals, each accentuated by triple-tiered linear relief bands that lend an architectural discipline to the piece. The bowl interior is smoothly contoured, while the exterior displays a gentle satin patina and subtle traces of hand-finishing, reinforcing its authentic vintage character. The sturdy construction and well-defined edges balance functionality with the poised aesthetics typical of the 1930s. The ashtray remains in excellent condition, showing only minimal traces of use appropriate for its age. The form of this ashtray conjures up memories of sophisticated Berlin cafés and offices from the interwar years. The bronze bowl “narrates” a period in which the essence of luxury lay in poised restraint. Its geometric lines, tactile metal heft, and soft interplay of patina evoke an era when everyday objects embodied aspirations of the architectural avant-garde. The compact, weighty shape and clearly defined detailing echo the industrial spirit of 1930s Berlin, where
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Height5 cm
Depth18 cm
Width18 cm
Dimension details
Width18 cm
Height5 cm
Depth18 cm
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