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Italian Vintage Anna Castelli Ferrieri Model 4638 Ashtray for Kartell

$395.00

The Model 4638 ashtray by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, 1979 — a collectible piece from one of the most important figures in Italian design history.

Anna Castelli Ferrieri co-founded Kartell with her husband Giulio Castelli and became one of the most significant designers of the 20th century, the first woman to graduate from Milan's Polytechnic Institute in 1943, a Compasso d'Oro winner, and the creative force behind some of Kartell's most enduring objects. Her work for Kartell is actively collected, widely exhibited, and increasingly valuable.

The Model 4638 is characteristic of her best work: a simple, resolved form that uses plastic not as a cheap substitute for other materials but as the right material in its own right. The white colorway is the purest expression of that thinking, clean, precise, and completely timeless. It doesn't look like the 1970s. It looks like it was designed yesterday.

This is not a decorative object pretending to be useful, or a useful object pretending to be decorative. It is both, with equal commitment. On a desk, a sideboard, a coffee table, or a shelf it works as a functional piece, a sculptural accent, or a design collectible, depending entirely on how you want to use it.

The Model 4638 ashtray by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, 1979 — a collectible piece from one of the most important figures in Italian design history.

Anna Castelli Ferrieri co-founded Kartell with her husband Giulio Castelli and became one of the most significant designers of the 20th century, the first woman to graduate from Milan's Polytechnic Institute in 1943, a Compasso d'Oro winner, and the creative force behind some of Kartell's most enduring objects. Her work for Kartell is actively collected, widely exhibited, and increasingly valuable.

The Model 4638 is characteristic of her best work: a simple, resolved form that uses plastic not as a cheap substitute for other materials but as the right material in its own right. The white colorway is the purest expression of that thinking, clean, precise, and completely timeless. It doesn't look like the 1970s. It looks like it was designed yesterday.

This is not a decorative object pretending to be useful, or a useful object pretending to be decorative. It is both, with equal commitment. On a desk, a sideboard, a coffee table, or a shelf it works as a functional piece, a sculptural accent, or a design collectible, depending entirely on how you want to use it.

 

  • Dimensions: 9.8in Diameter, 1.8in H

    Origin: Italy

    Period: 1970s

    Materials: ABS Plastic

    Condition: Excellent. No cracks, chips, or discoloration. Clean and ready to display.

  • Local Pickup: Local pickup is available by appointment from our warehouse and is free of charge. Pickup must occur within 7 calendar days of purchase unless otherwise agreed to in writing.

    Local Delivery: Local delivery is available within the city of Chicago through trusted third-party carriers for aflat rate of $150. Expedited delivery may be available at additional cost.

    White Glove Delivery: White Glove delivery is available through trusted third-party carriers and includes in-home placement and removal of packaging debris. Availability and pricing vary by item and location—please contact in advance for a quote.

    Shipping: Domestic shipping in the U.S. is available via USPS for eligible smaller items. In-stock pieces typically ship within 5–7 business days.

    View all shipping policies here.

  • This piece is being sold as a vintage item. Minor variations, patina, and signs of wear are part of its character and authenticity.

 
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