In a modern world where healthy living matters, the need for an ashtray may seem antiquated. However, the presence of a crystal glass ashtray has long been a symbol of class and sophistication – just consider the elegant smoking rooms and cigar bars at exclusive clubs and elegant 5-star hotels.
Whether you smoke or not, many people still enjoy cigarettes and cigars, especially socially or with a beverage, so having decorative ashtrays to hand is as stylish as it is necessary. NUDE is a premium glassware brand dedicated to crafting exquisite classic and contemporary glassware and drinkware for modern use.
At NUDE, we are known for our “simple is beautiful” approach to design. Each piece of glassware we create is thoughtfully crafted from the finest lead-free crystalline to enhance its function and appeal.
From brilliantly clear margarita and cocktail glasses to striking modern vases, glass espresso cups, and crystal whiskey decanter sets, the NUDE range provides a wide variety of drinkware and glass decorative items for your home. The NUDE Ashtray Collection is just one of many decorative crystalline items that can be used or displayed around the house.
Read on to discover more about NUDE ashtrays and how these stylish pieces can elevate the sophistication of your home bar, living space, or even your outdoor terrace or patio.
NUDE Glass Ashtray Models
The presence of a designer ashtray in the home is not just practical; it’s also a statement piece of classic glass design that pays homage to the elegance and sophistication of the past. Throughout the late 19th and early 20th century, cigar bars emerged in many cities across Europe and America to provide Lords, businessmen, and the local elite with an elegant place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a cigar with decent whiskey or liquor.
These exclusive venues were adorned with luxurious furnishings and were seen as the epitome of style and elegance at the time - so much so that many people tried to replicate a cigar bar's high-end style and features at home.
One key design element in such settings was the presence of high-quality crystal glass ashtrays. These pieces served both a decorative and functional purpose. A crystal ashtray added opulence, with the cut glass casting patterns on the walls elevating the mood and atmosphere of the room.
Today, a crystal cigar ashtray is timeless, and an ash tray such as the NUDE Fumo Ashtray Clear is a modern take on these classic crystal glass ashtray designs. This elegant, contemporary, clear crystalline piece features a deep, generous bowl for ash and a specially crafted groove that fits the long stem of a good cigar. The Fumo ashtray should appeal to even the most discerning cigar aficionado. It also looks great displayed next to NUDE Decanters or other items from the NUDE Decorative Object Range.
Ashtrays that Combine Function and Style
All NUDE glass ashtray designs provide a clever blend of style and function. At NUDE, we are a premium brand that only uses handmade lead-free crystal in all our glassware and ashtray designs. Although lead-free crystal may at first seem unconventional, this toxin-free material is renowned for its strength, brilliance, and versatility. This allows us to be more creative and craft incredibly intricate, bold, or gossamer-thin crystal designs.
The NUDE ashtray collection features several main types of crystalline ashtrays, including:
- Crystal Cigar Ashtrays: Specially crafted with grooves to hold a cigar and its ash horizontally, ashtrays such as the NUDE Egoist Ashtray are perfect for a single cigar placement. This design is formed from lead-free crystalline with a simple circular silhouette and is available in a dramatic black or clear color.
- Dual Crystal Cigar Ashtrays: For those who enjoy sharing cigars in good company, a twin or dual glass cigar ashtray is the perfect gift, bar, or table accessory. The NUDE Altruist Cigar Ashtray is ultra-stylish and crafted from NUDE signature lead-free crystal. It features beautifully designed grooves for the placement of two individual cigars facing one another. This item comes in black and clear hues and would go well paired with a set of two NUDE Whiskey Glasses.
- Crystal Smokers Ashtrays: Used to catch ash and hold the stem of regular cigarettes, the NUDE Fumo Ashtray has a chic, modern circular design and a generous bowl. The NUDE Fumo is the ideal example of function and style, leading it to be used in many of the world's most elegant and sophisticated restaurants and bars.
- Whiskey Glass and Ashtray Sets: If you’re looking for the perfect gift for a cigar-loving whiskey connoisseur over The Holidays or for a milestone birthday, the sophisticated NUDE Altruist and Hemingway Gift Set is ideal. Consisting of a pair of crystal NUDE Hemingway whiskey glasses and a dual cigar NUDE Altruist Ashtray, the set is elegant, timeless, and perfect to use for their purpose or display in a cabinet or on a side table.
Elegant Ashtrays for Every Setting
From formal gatherings and sophisticated business get-togethers to casual soirees, NUDE has an elegant ashtray to suit. The strength and clarity of the lead-free crystal ensure the longevity and brilliance of all NUDE ashtrays, so whether it's used daily or reserved for special occasions and visiting guests who smoke, fine glass ashtrays are a good investment for the home. Aside from simply displaying an ashtray as a decorative object, there are many situations when their presence is called for. These include:
· Ashtrays for Formal Occasions: Having an ashtray to hand is essential when hosting business gatherings, dinner parties, and formal events. Items like the NUDE Ace Ashtray are sleek and modern, and they feature a delicate dimple pattern inspired by a golf ball for interest. Place it on the bar, dinner table, or outdoors for guests to use or admire.
· Ashtrays for Casual Gatherings: Modern, solid ashtrays are best for relaxed gatherings with family and friends, such as BBQ parties or Thanksgiving. Items such as the NUDE Fumo Ashtray Ice are cut from solid crystalline glass with an interesting, irregular shape that reflects light. It has a deep bowl for ash and a clear, attractive form that catches the eye. This item can also be displayed with other NUDE Decorative Objects or NUDE Storage Boxes. Alternatively, it can be used as a paperweight when not in use.
· Ashtrays for Outdoor Events: For outdoor events, heavier, solid crystal ashtrays like the NUDE Fumo Ashtray Ice or NUDE Shade Ashtray are strong enough to withstand wind and weather conditions. Beautifully sculpted objects like the Shade Ashtray also attract attention as this piece has a sculptural skull motif, which is the design signature of the collection and will add a talking point to any BBQ or outdoor event.
Discover Decorative Ashtrays for a Touch of Class
A decorative glass ashtray can add a touch of class and sophistication to any space intended for formal occasions or even in everyday settings. Ashtrays are essential homeware items, whether they are placed on a desk, displayed alongside a carafe or decanter in a home bar, showcased on a shelf or cabinet, or put out for casual use on a coffee table.
NUDE craft glass ashtrays in an impressive variety of different colors and designs that can perfectly complement a minimalist, classic, or modern interior. Bestselling NUDE ashtrays for sale include:
- NUDE Egoist Ashtray: Available in clear or black, the NUDE Egoist cigar ashtray is cast from our finest lead-free crystal and has a circular silhouette. With room for a single cigar placement and a deep ash bowl, this sophisticated modern ashtray appeals to the majority.
- NUDE Ace Ashtray: Designed by the talented NUDE Design Team as part of the popular NUDE Ace Collection, the Ace Cigar Ashtray draws inspiration from a golf ball. Crafted from fine, solid NUDE crystalline, it has a circular shape with an attractive dimpled pattern. This beautiful, versatile piece can be paired with a set of Dimple Glasses to add style to your home barware setup. It is another great example of practical and purposeful glassware design!
- NUDE Altruist Cigar Ashtray: As mentioned previously, the balanced, innovative design of the NUDE Altruist Ashtray means two individual cigars can be placed upon it. This makes it the perfect ashtray for those who socialize and enjoy cigars with others. With its clean lines, deep bowl for ash, and striking circular shape, the Altruist ashtray is a bestseller and also makes an excellent gift for a fellow cigar-loving friend!
- NUDE Fumo Ashtray: Finally, our most popular ashtray design to date is the NUDE Fumo Ashtray. This versatile, eye-catching design is a favorite and is frequently purchased for use in high-end restaurants, homes, and sophisticated bars and establishments. With a deep, circular bowl for ash, a simple shape and form, and a brilliantly clear aesthetic, it is an elegant, practical piece that is perfect for use on any occasion.
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