Elliptical Ashtray, green, brass, attrib. to F. Hagenauer, Austria, 1950s
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Produced in Austria in the 1950s and attributed to the Franz Hagenauer workshop, this ashtray is a fine example of mid-century modernism rooted in the tradition of Viennese design. The elliptical body, formed from solid brass, embraces a restrained minimalism, free of any additional ornament, signature, or branding. Gently rounded edges and precisely carved cigarette slots reveal a craftsman’s attention to functional clarity over overt decoration. The object gains distinction through its two-tone coloration: the rim and sculptural grooves display a warm, semi-matte golden brass finish with satiny highlights, while the interior bowl is covered in a forest green patina, variegated with lighter blue-green flecks and gentle speckling from oxidation. Discreet signs of use appear along the rim and inside surface, as is typical for authentic vintage pieces, but there are no major damages or restoration traces. The item remains in very good condition. This ashtray seems to echo the silent conversations of mid-century restraint, where elegance grew from subtraction rather than embellishment. The interplay of deep green with muted gold alludes to an era when everyday objects were shaped by a keen sense of proportion and conscious simplicity. The patinated basin holds the memory of a slower
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Height1 cm
Depth5 cm
Width10 cm
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Width10 cm
Height1 cm
Depth5 cm
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