Ashtray, pink glass, by J. Słuczan-Orkusz, Poland, 1980s.
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This ashtray, designed by Jerzy Słuczan-Orkusz and produced by Huta Szkła Inwald, exemplifies Polish utilitarian glass from the 1980s. Made of soda glass colored in the mass, it features a substantial, organic silhouette with gently undulating, petal-like edges. The pastel pink hue displays a subtle gradient—from a more saturated rim to an almost milky base—permeating the semi-translucent glass and allowing light to diffuse softly through the material. A thick, clear base provides stability and highlights the object’s weight, while the glossy finish accentuates the quality of craftsmanship. The ashtray shows no visible damage or chips and is preserved in very good condition.This piece echoes the voice of the 1980s, a period when Polish glass sought its own identity in dialogue with contemporary modernity. Soft lines and pastel tones recall the everyday aesthetics of the era—marked by quiet rituals and unhurried gatherings. Light moves gently through the thick glass, as if pausing to emphasize the significance of a gesture and a moment’s stillness. The form seems to say: “within this glass, the memory of a bygone age is reflected, when even utilitarian objects carried meaning.”The ashtray can serve both functional and decorative purposes—placed on a console, coffee table, or shelf in the living room. It can be paired with other glass or ceramic pieces in pastel shades, or used as a counterpoint against darker wooden surfaces. This object would complement mid-century modern interiors as well as eclectic, collector’s spaces, especially when combined with geometric forms or minimalist accessories to highlight the organic character and lightness of the glass.
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Height5.5 cm
Depth11 cm
Width11 cm
Dimension details
Width11 cm
Height5.5 cm
Depth11 cm
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