I have been collecting ceramic ashtrays in the shape of gloved hands for years. It was a popular novelty item produced in Japan after World War II. And honestly, I have a lot more than what you see here. They’re just scattered around the apartment. Whether it’s holding soap, holding incense, or holding charred ashes that I just couldn’t get my hands on. thank you.
I found this piece to feature a series of details that I like to see in each individual piece. Sometimes the nails are painted gold to match the cigarette divettes on the bottom of each hand, and sometimes the fingers are long and elegant or loosely arranged, intended as a kind of casual “come here” cup. I think the best thing about this product is that it gives you the opportunity to feel like what’s inside is special. So I prefer to keep my jewelry in them.
There’s too much to list here individually, so if you have any questions about what it is or where it came from, feel free to leave a comment.
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