This Helit ashtray was made in Germany during the 1980s, crafted from melamine in a deep black, glossy finish. Designed in the spirit of late modernism, it features a minimalist, circular form with clear geometric symmetry. Three evenly spaced grooves on the rim allow for convenient resting of cigarettes, while the gently concave interior enhances everyday usability. The smooth, mirror-like surface reflects light, and the high-gloss finish emphasizes the clean lines and principles of German 1980s design. The item is preserved in excellent condition, free from wear, scratches, or discoloration. This melamine ashtray from Helit speaks a silent language of functional simplicity—evoking an era when everyday objects were meant to serve a clear purpose, stripped of ornamentation and distraction. The 1980s in Germany represent a time when minimalism was less a style statement and more an embodiment of pragmatic intent and technical clarity. The tactile black plastic recalls memories of offices, waiting rooms, or domestic lounges where restraint and reliable function took precedence. The Helit ashtray would suit modern and minimalist interiors—it could be used on a desk, coffee table, or discreetly in a home library setting. It may be paired with polished metal accessories, geometric boxes, or rough-textured glass to highlight a contrast of materials. Interiors styled after Bauhaus, late modernism, or with a focus on curated restraint would allow its graphic clarity to come forth; at the same time, the compact size invites use as both a functional item and a symbolic reference to twentieth-century design heritage.
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Height4 cm
Width14 cm
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Width14 cm
Height4 cm
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