Vintage MCM ICE GLASS Ashtray Clear ART BRUTALIST Scandanavia Finnish Swedish 👀

Vintage style of glass item is Mid-Century Modern "ice glass" or "brutalist" style. The textured, rugged surface evokes the look of ice or a brutalist aesthetic. This specific design, a square ashtray or "vide poche" (catchall dish), is strongly associated with Scandinavian glass manufacturers from the 1960s and 1970s. Potential designers include: Mid-Century Modern: The prevailing design movement of the era, known for clean lines and functional forms. Brutalist/Icicle Glass: Heavy, raw, and textured appearance of the glass. Scandinavian Design: Emphasizing simplicity, functionality, and natural materials. Designers/Manufacturers: The design is often attributed to Tapio Wirkkala for Iittala (part of the Ultima Thule collection) or Eva Englund for Pukeberg, both renowned Finnish and Swedish designers, respectively. This item could serve as an ashtray, a paperweight, or a decorative catch all.