Description
Set of 5 stacking hedgehog ashtrays in mid-20th century (1920s – 1960s) Walter Bosse style.
Walter Bosse (1904 – 1979 Vienna) hedgehog ashtrays were so popular that he spent most of his elderly life attempting to protect his design from the numerous companies producing copies of his art. This reproduction set was purchased in Russia in the 1980s and is missing the large pointy nose hedgehog (original set had 6, this set has 5). New sets have not been made since the 1980s.
Unlike most Bosse copies, this set is very well-made of heavy metal with sharp crisp lines and even patina shading. The baby hedgehog on the top is a snuffer with 3 extra spines in the center. It is in like-new condition.
Perfect to pass around at parties, great conversation starters.
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