This stone ashtray from the 1960s is a study in minimalist mid-century modern design, crafted from veined marble with a semi-matte finish. The piece is square, measuring 13 x 13 cm with a height of 4 cm, featuring rounded edges and a deep, circular bowl at the center. The primary hue is a warm, creamy beige, animated by natural veins in rusty brown, red, and muted grey, which highlight the mineral structure of the stone. The overall design is geometric and substantial, free from metal fittings or decorative embellishments, and reflects the era’s affinity for simplicity and material honesty. The marble’s texture is smooth with some subtly rough areas, while the finish offers a gentle, understated sheen. Signs of use are evident in the form of scratches and minor chips along the edges, adding to its genuine vintage character. The ashtray remains in very good condition for its age, with wear consistent with regular use and no signs of recent restoration. This ashtray captures the voice of the 1960s, when raw stone embodied modern luxury and ornamentation gave way to pure geometry. The marble speaks of permanence and calm—the warm beige diffuses light, while its veins, like delicate traces of history, guide the eye across the surface. Subtle marks and edge losses record moments of everyday ritual, lending the piece an air of slow ceremony and understated refinement treasured by modernist generations. The ashtray could be paired with low, geometric teak or metal tables, accentuating the contrast of natural textures. It would work well as a sculptural accent on a console in a mid-century modern living room, surrounded
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Height4 cm
Width13 cm
Length13 cm
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Length13 cm
Height4 cm
Width13 cm
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