Butler Ashtray Marked Carl Aubock in Brass with Lid and Handle, Vienna, 1950s

A superb brass ashtray with a lid and handle, model 3709 from the 1950s. Designed and manufactured by the Werkstätte Carl Auböck, this piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship in brass and walnut. Originally conceived as a portable ashtray for butlers, it combines functionality with timeless design. The ashtray is in good condition, displaying a charming age-related patina. It is marked on the inside.