Ashtray The Cards, white red gold porcelain, Poland, 1950s
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The 'The Cards' ashtray hails from the 1950s, produced by the Wałbrzych Porcelain Factory in Poland. Crafted from smooth-glazed porcelain, it exemplifies mid-century modern design with its distinctive geometric shape: a square bowl rotated 45 degrees, presenting itself as an elegant diamond. The ivory-white central field contrasts with a vivid red-orange diamond motif painted at its center, referencing the iconography of playing cards. The rim, along with the integrated cigarette rest, is finished in highly reflective, mirror-like gold, lending both visual richness and a striking light play. The detailing reveals technical finesse: the edges are crisp, the hand-painted color is precise, and the proportions—compact at 7.5 × 7 × 2 cm—reflect a purposeful harmony. The piece is preserved in very good condition, with no visible damage, restoration, or signs of wear.This ashtray echoes the spirit of postwar modernism: an object of restraint and purposefulness, where a bold accent of color and the interplay of gold and white become expressive statements within a modest scale. Its form is a quiet manifesto—speaking to the era's pursuit of clarity, utility, and character. The diamond outline suggests late afternoon gatherings over cards, cigarette smoke gently curling through conversation, and light glancing off luminous porcelain and gold edges.As an interior accent, the ashtray can emphasize a collector's display, a low coffee table, or a shelf featuring vintage ceramics. It may be paired with other mid-century artifacts—such as a simple clear-glass decanter, a geometric print, or a lamp with a brass detail. Both minimalist mid-century spaces and more eclectic interiors that appreciate material dialogue and historic reference would provide a suitable context for its subtle sophistication.
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Height2 cm
Width7.5 cm
Dimension details
Width7.5 cm
Height2 cm
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