Vintage J. B. Hirsch "Lute Lady" Metal and Alabaster Ashtray witch with craftsmanship meant to be

with craftsmanship meant to be seen and felt

No popped tufts

Additional Details: Les Maîtres de l'Affiche or "Masters of the Poster" refers to a collection of 256 color lithographic plates that were used to create a French art publication at the turn of the century

in addition to light fading/sun damage

and some crazing

Vintage J. B. Hirsch "Lute Lady" Metal and Alabaster Ashtray witch with craftsmanship meant to beCold painted metal figural ashtray featuring a fashionable Art Deco era woman standing atop a circular alabaster tray. The stylized female figure wears a flowing red outfit with a matching cloche style hat and is depicted holding a lute while gazing upward in a theatrical pose characteristic of the period. Mounted on a raised alabaster pedestal at the center of the dish, the figure serves as the sculptural focal point while the shallow carved