Remarkable cast bronze ashtray, entirely covered with a richly iconographic relief decoration. At the center, the Cross of the Order of Christ surmounted by the Portuguese coat of arms, surrounded by symbolic motifs — crossed cannons, naval anchors, birds, allegorical figures — arranged in four panels around the perimeter. The natural verdigris patina of the bronze, acquired over the decades, lends this piece an authentic character and a remarkable presence. A beautiful collector's item for enthusiasts of Iberian history, heraldic symbolism, or vintage decor.
Material: Cast bronze, natural verdigris patina
Diameter: Approximately 13–14 cm
Decoration: Cross of the Order of Christ, Portuguese coat of arms, marine and allegorical motifs
Cigar rests: 4 notches
Period: 20th century
Origin: Portugal
Condition: Good general condition, homogeneous natural patina, oxidized reverse
Additional details:
- Brand: 20eSiecle
- Style: Héraldique
- Colour: Vert-de-gris
- Period: XXe siècle