Rococo Crystal Ashtray with Ornate Brass Tripod Base

Design & Inspiration

Born of the opulent visual language of 18th-century Rococo Europe, this handcrafted crystal ashtray commands attention through the marriage of two noble materials: brilliant hand-cut crystal and richly cast brass. The piece does not merely serve a function — it occupies a space with the quiet authority of a collector's object, catching the light from every angle with its deeply faceted bowl and radiating star-cut motifs across its surface.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The bowl is fashioned from optically clear crystal, its walls incised with a repertoire of classical cut-glass patterns: radiating star bursts, cross-hatched diamonds, and polished fan motifs that refract ambient light into bright constellation-like flashes. Beneath it, a tripartite brass base — cast by hand and finished with a warm metallic lustre — rises on three elegantly scrolled cabriole-style legs connected by deeply relief-carved cartouche panels. Acanthus rosettes, scrollwork, and foliate appliqué ornament the apron between each leg, exemplifying the Rococo vocabulary of asymmetric natural forms elevated to decorative art. The brass collar that cradles the crystal bowl is beaded along its rim, providing both a secure seat and a finishing decorative detail.

Dimensions & Details

Width: 15 cm | Height: 12 cm. The compact footprint makes this luxury crystal ashtray equally suited for a formal reception desk, a living room side table, a library shelf, or a gentleman's study. The weight and solidity of the piece communicate quality immediately on handling.

Handcrafted in Egypt

Every piece in the Brass & Wood collection is produced in Egypt by skilled artisans who carry forward centuries of metalworking and glasswork tradition. The brass base is individually cast, hand-finished, and polished, while the crystal bowl is shaped and cut with precision tools to achieve sharp, light-catching facets. This is luxury home décor that honours the legacy of European classical design while being born in the heart of Egypt's contemporary craft industry. Customization of the brass finish is available — please enquire.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials is this ashtray made from?

The bowl is crafted from high-clarity cut crystal, and the decorative tripod base is made from hand-cast brass with an applied metallic finish. No wood is used in this piece.

Is assembly required?

Minimal assembly is required — the crystal bowl rests on and is secured to the brass tripod base. No tools are needed; it assembles in seconds.

Can the brass finish be customized?

Yes. This piece is available in multiple brass finish options including Gold, Silver, and Antique Gold. Please select your preferred variant or contact Brass & Wood for bespoke finishing requests.