Rare Vintage Space Age Ashtray in Bold Orange

• item. ashtray
• period. 1960s
• country. italy
• material. plastic, metal
• color. orange, chrome
• dimensions (cm). 18 x 18 x 55
• condition. excellent condition. superficial scratches, oxidation in the inner compartment, not visible during use. upper compartment shiny and clean, occasionally jams when pressing to empty.
• art. # 1831

This vintage Space Age ashtray is an authentic design accent from the 1960s, bringing together the era’s fascination with bold colors, futuristic forms, and everyday functionality. Crafted in durable glossy orange plastic with a chrome metal lid, it features a tall floor-standing structure with a sculptural silhouette that recalls the optimism of the Space Age aesthetic. Its geometric profile—flaring at the base, narrowing through the stem, and expanding into a conical top—makes it as much a decorative object as a practical one. Beyond its use, the ashtray embodies the radical design language of the 1960s, when designers embraced plastic as a symbol of progress and creativity. The vibrant orange finish immediately adds character to any interior, whether styled in a retro lounge, a collector’s gallery, or a contemporary setting that values statement pieces. Rare to find in such condition, this Space Age ashtray is a slice of design history, a playful yet functional object that continues to spark curiosity and conversation.