Eero Saarinen Ashtray – Knoll International, circa 1970

Edited by Knoll International and designed by Eero Saarinen, this black floor ashtray dates from the 1970s. A true piece of functional design, it follows the lineage of the designer's iconic creations, where the purity of line takes precedence over ornamentation. Originally designed for outdoor use, it now shows visible signs of wear, particularly on the base, due to its role as an ashtray and its age. The bowl needs to be replaced, which has been taken into account in the presentation of the piece. These marks of time contribute to its authenticity and make it a raw character object, ideal for an interior that appreciates 20th-century design, a professional space, or a repurposed use as a pedestal or decorative object. An original piece, to be considered as a collectible item to restore, a testament to modernist design from the 60s and 70s. Condition: used condition. Bowl to be replaced. Base showing marks and alterations related to outdoor use and time. Saarinen ashtray, Knoll International, 70s design, collectible item, modernist furniture, 20th-century design, piece to restore, vintage ashtray.