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Sturdy Vintage Ceramic Ashtray with Orange Glaze and Brown Chamotte
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Square Vintage Chamotte Ashtray – Brown with Orange Glaze
✅ Short product description:
• Robust vintage ashtray made of chamotte clay with a warm orange glaze on the inside.
• A functional smoking accessory with a distinctive ’60s vibe – also beautiful as a decorative piece in a retro interior.
📋 Detailed product description:
- Manufacturer: Jan van Erp
- Production period: 1960s–70s
About this square vintage chamotte ashtray – brown with orange glaze:
This square ashtray is crafted from dark chamotte clay, a ceramic material known for its rough texture and heat resistance. The unglazed exterior has a matte, rustic appearance, while the interior is coated with a smooth, light orange glaze. This contrast creates a striking visual effect and makes the ashtray easy to clean. With four notches—two on each side—it can hold multiple cigarettes or cigars simultaneously. Four small feet on the underside slightly lift the ashtray off the surface, enhancing stability and preventing scratches.
Dimensions:
• Height: 4 cm
• Width: 15 cm
• Depth: 15 cm
Material: Chamotte clay (exterior), glazed ceramic (interior)
Brand: Likely made by Jan van Erp
Condition:
Good vintage condition with no visible damage. No cracks or chips; glaze layer intact.
Manufacturer background:
This ashtray was most likely produced by Jan van Erp, a Dutch ceramist active in the 1960s and 70s. His work is characterized by robust forms, use of chamotte clay, and expressive glaze combinations—all evident in this piece. Chamotte ceramics were widely used during this period for household items due to their heat resistance and decorative appeal, and Jan van Erp skillfully combined these qualities into functional design with character.
Noteworthy features:
The combination of sturdy chamotte and glossy glaze makes this ashtray both practical and visually appealing. An ideal collectible for vintage ceramics enthusiasts, or a standout accent on a table or sideboard. Also suitable as a unique gift for a smoker with style.
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TAGS
Vintage, ashtray, chamotte, ceramic, 1960s, 1970s, retro, orange glaze, brown, design, Dutch ceramics, Jan van Erp, sturdy, handmade, vintage home decor, cigarette holder, vintage accessory, heat-resistant, vintage collectible, retro interior.
Country of origin
The origin of this ashtray is most likely the Netherlands, given its probable maker Jan van Erp, who was a well-known Dutch ceramist from that period.
Kind of object
A square vintage ashtray made of heat-resistant chamotte ceramic, featuring a matte exterior and a glazed orange interior, designed as a functional smoking accessory and a stylish home decor piece.
Theme
Vintage ashtray, retro ceramics, 1960s design, vintage home accessories, ceramic ashtray, chamotte clay, vintage smoking accessories, design object, vintage interior, vintage collectible
Decoration
The decoration features a rustic, matte exterior of dark brown chamotte clay contrasted by a smooth, glossy light orange glaze on the interior.
Category
Vintage Earthenware, Ceramics
Color
Dark brown (matte) on the outside and light orange (glossy) on the inside.
Manufacturer
Probably made by Jan van Erp
Brand
Likely made by Jan van Erp, but not officially marked.
Material
Chamotte clay (exterior) and glazed ceramic (interior).
Particularities
This ashtray stands out with its combination of sturdy chamotte clay and a warm orange glaze, practical four cigarette rests, and subtle feet that provide stability and give the piece a floating appearance.
Era
The 1960s to 1970s
Quality
Good vintage condition, with no visible damage or wear.
Height
4,00 cm
Lenght
15,00 cm
Width
15,00 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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