ASHTRAY

Made by: Cartier (Firm)

Currently in storage

About this object

Ashtray is set with nine carved intaglio stones, graduated in size. They appear to be antique seals in various minerals. At narrow end is an applied piece of silver, ridged to hold cigarettes.

Object name:

ASHTRAY

Made from:

Silver -- intaglio

Made in:

New York, USA

Date made:

1948

Size:

11.7 cm (4 5/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

12.602

Class:

SILVER

Signature marks:

MARKS STERLING Cartier [on side]

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973