Ashtray
PewtererMade by
International Silver Company
(American, founded 1898)
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Erna Zepler
(born 1900)
Date1900-1950
MediumCast pewter
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width including handle x depth): 3 x 4 x 3 5/8in. (7.6 x 10.2 x 9.2cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of Ursula Korsenik
DescriptionCast pewter ashtray consisting of a round tray with a relatively deep well, and a rim shaped at the outer edge with S-curves and reverse S-curves. The ashtray has a handle that rises high above the tray; the upper portion of the handle is also shaped in an S-curve and a reverse S-curve. The handle is soldered to the underside and edge of the rim. The ashtray is lightly tarnished and has some dirt adhered to the well.
Object number1994.115.0
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