I know you’re probably wondering what’s up with that title…right? Well, this is why I gave it such a title. Lately I’ve really been eyeing vintage ashtrays. I’m not a smoker, never have been, but looking at these cutey pies would make me feel classy if I did. Vintage ashtrays are truly works of pottery art and were/are used as home decor items. When manufacturers began making them they were originally made for a purpose but seeing them, I just can’t imagine dumping ashes inside these beauties.
The colors are just so vibrant and strong. Each of these are crafted to perfection, and all are American made pottery. I see the Autumn colors like Orange, Brown, Green were very strongly used, although many come in a different array of colors.
Then the designed was stepped up a notch by creating the hanging ashtray.. This one is gorgeous!
Look at the marbling that was created for this snail-shape ashtray
These are so darling because they have their own cigarette compartment
These leaf patterns are absolutely stunning..
Then you have the standing ashtrays.. Those are in itself chic furniture pieces
Ok, so do you feel me on this.. These are just too gosh darn cute to use for ashes. I could clearly see using these as decorative pieces, perhaps candy dishes, jewelry trays or key catchers. You can also use them on a bar cart to catch bottle caps and corks. One thing for sure is they’re definitely not good for ashes. To read more about vintage ashtrays and designers visit The Big Ashtray Museum and also follow my “For Smokes” Pinterest board to see more of my favorites. I hope you enjoyed my picks and perhaps you’ll be adding these swanky pieces to your home decor. For now.. Tah-tah. Smooches!
I totally need to go vintage shopping with you. You have such a great eye. I love these ashtrays. I am not a smoker either, but I would totally display them in my home
Okay don’t laugh, but I have actually seen three of these ashtrays in people houses. Seeing these on your site again just brought back memories to when I was a little kid and didn’t understand why ashtrays were so damn big. Using them as candy dishes, totally makes more sense to me. I can’t wait to see them in a space.
Kia / KTS
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The glazing artistry on these is amazing. A person didn’t learn how to glaze like that in a few weeks. I bet each artist had their own style and design specialty. The last one, the Frankoma smoking stand, probably doesn’t come up to often. They are lovely.
Ginene
You are absolutely right on this and yes… I feel you! So pretty. I found a brass cigar tray that’s 2 D 4. Thanks for sharing.
Alright! I would love to see yours..and glad you feel me on this ?
What a great idea. You are right they are too pretty to waste on smokes.. I remember seeing some of these years and years ago.
Hey Sonya.. My gosh .. I truly adore these items… I think I want to start a collection (as if I need another collection lol.. ) holes in my head.. Lol
LOL go for it..