Two brass ashtrays.

Two brass ashtrays. Decorative brass ashtrays, comprising one circular ashtray with engraved ornamentation and one rectangular ashtray with geometric Art Deco-inspired form. Material: Brass. Dimensions: H. 1–2 cm, D. 12–13 cm. Period: Mid-20th century. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: Mid-20th century brasswork often included decorative household objects combining traditional ornamentation with modernist forms. Brass ashtrays became popular as functional design objects, valued for their durability and decorative elegance.