Ashtray (13) - Copper, Metal - Collection of copperware.

This collection of thirteen ashtrays made from copper and other metals highlights the varied design and material use in smoking accessories. Copper, known for its malleability and warm reddish color, has been traditionally used in household items and decorative objects. Ashtrays serve as receptacles for ash and cigarette butts and have evolved over time from purely practical items to stylish objects often reflecting contemporary aesthetics or cultural trends. Collectors of copperware and smoking memorabilia value such ashtrays for their craftsmanship, patina, and potential as conversation pieces illustrating changing social habits and design sensibilities.