Background / Provenance:

Cast-metal souvenir ashtrays and trinket dishes featuring historical or medieval scenes were widely produced from the 1950s through the 1970s. They were commonly made in Europe using sand-casting techniques and sold in gift shops, pubs or tourist areas. This example depicts a medieval figure holding a jug or tankard, with a barrel and stone arch behind him, suggesting a tavern scene.

Details:

Vintage cast-metal dish (likely pewter alloy). Size: 12.5cm x 10.5cm. Relief scene of medieval tavern setting with figure and barrel. Indented edges designed for use as an ashtray or general trinket dish. Reverse shows casting marks and remnants of old gold-coloured paint.

Condition: Good vintage condition. Surface wear and patina consistent with age. Small areas of old paint on the rear. No cracks; casting solid.

Pick-up / Courier:

Pick-up Auckland CBD or Botany. Courier available at buyer’s cost.