Vintage metal ashtray, village scene decor, 19th-century style, retro tobacco tray

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Description

This antique ashtray features a rectangular shape with scroll-cut edges and corners richly adorned with embossed motifs reminiscent of the 19th-century style. The item has a finish with a patinated metallic appearance, consistent with the age mentioned in the keywords. The center of the tray is decorated with a finely chiseled village scene: several figures are depicted in full activity, around barrels and rural elements, in a traditional village setting. The details of the relief are precise, with work on the costumes and architecture in the background, typical of genre scenes popular on decorative objects from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The perimeter of the ashtray is adorned with large volutes and rocaille motifs, bringing a baroque effect and highlighting the decorative nature of the object. The surface shows an old patina, with signs of wear and slight tarnishing visible on the edges and raised parts, which gives the whole an authentic visual sought after in period pieces. No markings or signature are visible in the photo.

The generous size of this ashtray allows for both functional and decorative use. It could also serve as a trinket tray or a tray to place on a desk, console, or shelf. Its dimensions and decor make it an accent piece for a retro or vintage interior decoration. The appearance of the metal, combined with the delicacy of the central decor, suggests a molded manufacture, typical of old table and tobacco objects.

This type of ashtray was frequently used in bourgeois interiors or cafes at the turn of the 20th century, where it served as both a utilitarian object and a conversation piece. The engraved scene adds extra charm and testifies to the taste for popular subjects in the decorative arts of the time.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with old patina and visible signs of wear (tarnish, small marks on the reliefs). The details of the decor remain clearly legible. See photos for precise appearance.

Did you know? Decorative molded metal ashtrays were very common in Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were often adorned with pastoral or village scenes, reflecting daily life or regional traditions. These objects were as appreciated for their utilitarian aspect as for their decorative value in living rooms and cafes.

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