Vintage Glass Block Ashtray - Italy 1980

This unique vintage glass block ashtray is an iconic example of 1980s Italian industrial design, where functionality and material experimentation met in original visual solutions. Crafted from thick, transparent, and slightly bluish glass, it echoes the shape of classic glass bricks, reinterpreting them as an everyday object.

Its square shape with rounded corners, the layered effect of the sides, and the base featuring concentric circles give the piece a unique, robust yet refined personality. Ideal as a tabletop ashtray in retro or contemporary settings, it can also be used as a pocket emptier, a candle holder, or simply as a decorative object in a Brutalist style. It also makes a great addition to a simple entryway emptier.

It retains the typical features of period-stamped glass, including bubbles and imperfections that highlight its originality and authenticity. A perfect object for those who love industrial accents, the art of creative recycling, or simply the allure of solid, textured geometries. A versatile and unusual piece that won't go unnoticed.

Characteristics

Height: 5.3 cm

Width: 14.5 cm

Length: 14.3 cm

Weight: 1 kg

Material: Glass brick