Grey/amber ashtray from the "Akva" series by Per Lütken for Holmegaard

This iconic series launched in 1953 is famous for its asymmetrical and heavy glass work. The base is exceptionally thick, creating spectacular light refraction effects. The inscription: Under the polished pontil, a fine engraving with a diamond point indicates "Holmegaard." The creator and date: The monogram "PL" of Per Lütken is visible just above the year "1960." The colour: It features a stunning amber/caramel colour (often referred to as Amber or Bi-colour with smoky reflections in the mass), which beautifully interacts with the variable thickness of the blown glass. Length / Width: Approximately 12 cm to 13 cm. Height (at the highest point): Approximately 5 cm to 6 cm. Weight: Very heavy for its size, often between 600 g and 800 g due to the thickness of the grey-green smoky glass. On the base, signs of use are present but not visible when the piece is placed, which has no chips or scratches elsewhere (See photos).