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Bring the ultimate mid-century conversation piece to your collection! Produced in post-war Japan, this incredibly rare, authentic 1950s Tilso Japan ceramic human skull novelty ashtray is a premier example of kitschy Mid-Century Modern tobacciana. Featuring its original, highly sought-after wire frame glasses that double as cigarette rests, this piece is designed with an open back so smoke dramatically channels out of the skull when in use. Whether you use it as a striking functional ashtray, a spooky Halloween tea-light candle holder, or a year-round Gothic home decor statement, this hand-painted ceramic skull is bound to turn heads.ilia collectors, Halloween enthusiasts, or anyone who loves quirky goth home decor.
**Details & Features:**
- Design: Classic skull shape with hollowed eye sockets and nose cavity, designed to let smoke drift out or hold ash safely inside.
- Material: Vintage slip-cast ceramic with a white glaze finish and black hand-painted accents.
- Glasses: Removable wire-rim glasses piece with dual rests. Fits securely over the nasal cavity and eye sockets.
- Bottom: Bottom: Smooth, unglazed ceramic foot ring featuring a permanent red factory glaze/inspection mark.
Era: 1950s / Mid-Century Modern
Origin: Made in Japan (Features a permanent red ceramic factory glaze inspection/batch mark on the unglazed base).
Material: Fired ceramic with classic vintage \"cold paint\" details.
Key Feature: Complete with the original wire-rimmed spectacles! (Most of these found today have lost their glasses or have severe rust; these are wonderfully intact).
NOTE: Because this is a fragile, 70-year-old vintage item, all sales are final. Please review all photos and the condition description closely before purchasing. I am happy to answer any questions you may have!
