The Mandruzzato cigar ashtray from Murano, made in the latter half of the 1950s, exemplifies the artistry and finesse of Italian art glass of the period. Its form, realized using the sommerso technique, consists of layered crystal glass shaped into a faceted, asymmetrical polyhedron. The structure is robust and sculptural, its precise diamond-cut facets catching and refracting light to reveal gradations of color: deep pink, raspberry red, lime green, and blue tones intertwine as the eye moves around the object. The high-gloss, mirror-like finish and clear, sharp lines reflect the incomparable craftsmanship of Murano glassmakers. Hefty in hand and visually balanced, the surface remains unmarked and without restorations—preserved in outstanding, collector-grade condition.
This piece channels the spirit of Italian modernism, inviting the everyday ritual into the realm of art and light. The ashtray echoes the narrative of postwar Murano: a time when glassmakers pushed chromatic boundaries, weaving color as if orchestrating harmonies across its surface. Each change of angle unfolds new prismatic effects, as though time is suspended in shimmering crystal—more than an ashtray, this is a tangible fragment of 20th-century design history, captured in transparency and hue.
The Mandruzzato ashtray may be displayed as a singular accent atop a coffee table or exotic wood console. Its sculptural profile can be emphasized against matte, minimalist backgrounds, heightening its interplay with natural or artificial light. Within classic Art Deco lounges, it could be paired with geometric silver cigarette cases or chromed lamps; in mid-century collector's settings, one may juxtapose it with other Murano objects or single pops of color, allowing its glass narrative to converse effortlessly with the surrounding
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Height9 cm
Depth13 cm
Width14 cm
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Width14 cm
Height9 cm
Depth13 cm
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