Novelty Naughty Brass Ashtray
Small cast bronze tray with relief decoration of a uniformed man and a woman in flowing dress, framed within a shield-like outline. The detailed drapery and textured background lend depth and presence, suggesting use as a decorative catchall for coins, keys, or smoking accessories. When viewed upright, the scene appears straightforward; however, when the tray is rotated or the framing rim recontextualizes the imagery, it reveals its suggestive/naughty novelty intent-a common visual joke style in early 20th-century smoking accessories. Its compact scale and expressive subject reflect early 20th century tastes for figural bronze desk and tabletop wares.
Bronze trays of this type were produced across Europe between the wars, often drawing on folk, military, or romantic themes as accessible decorative art.
Some tarnish present but overall in great condition with a warm, time-earned patina.
3.75" L x 5" W
EH - C-15690 - 082925
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