This Danish modernist ashtray from the 1970s exemplifies Nordic craftsmanship, where functionality meets sculptural restraint. Cast from solid brass, it features a geometric silhouette supported by four pronounced legs, with deep, evenly spaced notches designed for resting cigarettes. The exterior presents a matte, muted golden brass tone, while the interior offers a more textured, subtly shimmering surface. Its proportions are harmonious: a wide, slightly flared rim and a stable, weighty base (weighing 0.7 kg) emphasize the object's solidity. The ashtray has been gently refreshed and lightly polished, retaining its original patina and visible traces of time—small scratches, scuffs, and subtle discoloration—accentuating its authentic vintage character. It remains in good condition, with only age-appropriate signs of use. This ashtray echoes the voice of Scandinavian design in the 1970s: it tells the story of objects that quietly serve daily life rather than seek attention. The brass surface, with its subtle patina, evokes the passage of time, while the geometric lines and substantial heft speak to a respect for material and simplicity. Its minimalist form does not impose itself, instead inviting a calm ritual—whether as a functional accessory in the living room or as a small, sculptural accent on a bookshelf. Every scratch and play of light across its surface narrates a discreet history of previous decades. The ashtray can be used both as a practical accessory and as a small
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Height7 cm
Width10 cm
Length10 cm
Dimension details
Length10 cm
Height7 cm
Width10 cm
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