This is a beautifully preserved mid-century porcelain cigar ashtray produced by Heinrich Porzellan in Selb, Bavaria for the legendary Asbach Uralt brandy distillery. Dating to the 1950s–1960s, this was a high-quality promotional piece supplied to bars, hotels, and distributors rather than sold at retail. The deep dish, scalloped form, and wide cigar rests distinguish it from the far more common small cigarette trays made during the same period. The gold lettering and trim remain crisp and vibrant, giving this piece strong visual presence and authentic period character.

DETAILS

• Maker: Heinrich Porzellan, Selb, Bavaria, Germany

• Mark: H & C Selb Bavaria Germany – Heinrich

• Brand advertised: Asbach Uralt Brandy

• Material: Fine Bavarian porcelain

• Form: Square cigar ashtray with wide rests

• Finish: White glaze with gold script and gold trim

• Era: 1950s–1960s

• Origin: Germany

• Intended use: Barware, cigar accessory, liquor advertising display

SIZE

• 5.5 inches x 5.5 inches measured at the outer lip

• Approximately 1 inch in height

CONDITION

Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The porcelain surface is clean and glossy. Gold trim shows only minimal age-appropriate wear and retains strong color and definition. Lettering is sharp and fully intact. A very well-preserved example.

NOTES

This is the cigar version, which is notably harder to find than the smaller cigarette ashtrays commonly seen. A strong piece for collectors of German porcelain, MCM barware, or vintage liquor advertising.

KEYWORD TAGS

Asbach Uralt

Heinrich porcelain

H & C Selb

German cigar ashtray

Mid century barware

Vintage liquor advertising

Bavarian porcelain

MCM décor

German promotional ware

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