Ashtray - Delftware - Special KLM ashtray house
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A Delft-blue ceramic KLM ashtray shaped like house no. 1, dating from 1950–1960 and measuring 8 × 4.5 × 5 cm.
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Description from the seller
A special KLM Delft Blue ceramic ashtray in the shape of a KLM house No. 1.
An original KLM ashtray with the characteristic notch for the cigarette on the back, while the opening at the top could be used to brush ash off.
Thus not only decorative but also functional.
When you place the cigarette in the ashtray, the smoke curls out of the chimney.
These ashtray-houses were issued by KLM between 1952 and 1966 to passengers in Royal Class on flights to countries in the Middle East, where alcohol was forbidden. Smoking was still allowed on board at the time.
The little house is finished in the recognizable Delft Blue and bears the number 1, which was issued for the first time in 1952.
On the back is the KLM logo with the crown above it.
On the bottom, under the number 1: "Delfts Blue, Made in Holland".
The ashtray-house is in very good vintage condition, with the original shape and decoration well preserved. Inside as well, it has never been used by a smoker.
A special KLM collectible for collectors of KLM houses, Delft Blue, and vintage ashtrays.
The photos give a clear impression of the condition and are part of the description.
The ashtray-house will be carefully packaged and shipped. No shipping outside the EU.
A special KLM Delft Blue ceramic ashtray in the shape of a KLM house No. 1.
An original KLM ashtray with the characteristic notch for the cigarette on the back, while the opening at the top could be used to brush ash off.
Thus not only decorative but also functional.
When you place the cigarette in the ashtray, the smoke curls out of the chimney.
These ashtray-houses were issued by KLM between 1952 and 1966 to passengers in Royal Class on flights to countries in the Middle East, where alcohol was forbidden. Smoking was still allowed on board at the time.
The little house is finished in the recognizable Delft Blue and bears the number 1, which was issued for the first time in 1952.
On the back is the KLM logo with the crown above it.
On the bottom, under the number 1: "Delfts Blue, Made in Holland".
The ashtray-house is in very good vintage condition, with the original shape and decoration well preserved. Inside as well, it has never been used by a smoker.
A special KLM collectible for collectors of KLM houses, Delft Blue, and vintage ashtrays.
The photos give a clear impression of the condition and are part of the description.
The ashtray-house will be carefully packaged and shipped. No shipping outside the EU.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Special KLM ashtray house
Material
Delftware
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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