French vintage ashtrays

This item has already been bought.
Please search for another item on Narchie.

The first ashtray is a milky glass ceramic ashtray that advertises St Raphael aperitif tobacco. St Raphael was a popular brand of French aperitif that was produced from the 19th century until the 1970s. The ashtray likely dates back to the mid-20th century, as that was the heyday of advertising ashtrays. The milky glass ceramic material was popular during this time and adds to the vintage feel of the piece. The second ashtray is a dark yellow triangular melamine ashtray made by Plastorex France. This ashtray was used to promote the famous French pastis brand Ricard, which is known for its distinctive anise flavor. Plastorex was a French manufacturer of plastic housewares that was active in the mid-20th century. The triangular shape and bold yellow color of the ashtray make it a standout piece for collectors of vintage advertising memorabilia. Both ashtrays have some fading from sitting on tables outside cafes in sunny Paris....more

Scandinavian Modern

United Kingdom

(4)