Lot 465
Ashtray in the Form of a Douglas DC-6, Buhler of Switzerland for Swissair, c. 1937
Estimate:
£600 - £800
Sold for:
£200
Timed Auction
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Description
Without Reserve
An early and desirable chromed agency desk ashtray in the form of a Douglas DC-6 with red enamel detail to the tail. The plane is fully adjustable and set on a swept cantilevered arm over the ashtray, which has its original black glass removable liner with two molded cigarette rests. The front of the tray bears the early Swissair logo. Stamped BUHLER to the underside. Swiss, circa 1937.
Length: 8 in. (20 cm). Wingspan: 6 in. (15 cm).