Orange Melamine Clam Dish Ashtray by Alan Fletcher and Mebel for Habitat
Designed in 1972 by graphic designer, Alan Fletcher, the Clam Ashtray is a true icon of 20th century design! A beautifully simple, yet ingenious design, it features two identical rounded halves with ribbed 'teeth', that fit neatly together to form a lidded storage container, or when split, two ashtrays; the 'teeth' intended to hold a cigarette or cigar.
We adore it's retro orange-red hue and as a piece that can be stylised and utilised in a number of ways.
Fletcher's original 'clam' design, dates from the late 1960s and was put into production by his design agency, Pentagram in 1972. His design, was later reissued in the 1990's and produced by Italian company Mebel, exclusively for Conran's Habitat stores. Each half is signed 'Mebel - Italy - Des A Fletcher' and bare becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in good condition. Alan Fletcher is world renowned for his design work, famously for the branding for the Victoria and Albert museum, London.
Key Points:
• A vintage melamine clam dish
• Beautiful condition throughout
• Orange-red in colour
• Made by Mebel, Italy for Habitat
• Ideal as a solo display piece or split dish
Year of manufacture:
c. 1990s - designed in 1972
Designer
Alan Fletcher
Approximate Measurements:
H: 5cm (2'')
W: 15cm (6") diameter
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition throughout, free from notable damage and with all its 'teeth' in good order. It simply displays light, insignificant, surface marks when tipped to the light. This piece is from our own personal collection and has never been used.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
Designed in 1972 by graphic designer, Alan Fletcher, the Clam Ashtray is a true icon of 20th century design! A beautifully simple, yet ingenious design, it features two identical rounded halves with ribbed 'teeth', that fit neatly together to form a lidded storage container, or when split, two ashtrays; the 'teeth' intended to hold a cigarette or cigar.
We adore it's retro orange-red hue and as a piece that can be stylised and utilised in a number of ways.
Fletcher's original 'clam' design, dates from the late 1960s and was put into production by his design agency, Pentagram in 1972. His design, was later reissued in the 1990's and produced by Italian company Mebel, exclusively for Conran's Habitat stores. Each half is signed 'Mebel - Italy - Des A Fletcher' and bare becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in good condition. Alan Fletcher is world renowned for his design work, famously for the branding for the Victoria and Albert museum, London.
Key Points:
• A vintage melamine clam dish
• Beautiful condition throughout
• Orange-red in colour
• Made by Mebel, Italy for Habitat
• Ideal as a solo display piece or split dish
Year of manufacture:
c. 1990s - designed in 1972
Designer
Alan Fletcher
Approximate Measurements:
H: 5cm (2'')
W: 15cm (6") diameter
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition throughout, free from notable damage and with all its 'teeth' in good order. It simply displays light, insignificant, surface marks when tipped to the light. This piece is from our own personal collection and has never been used.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
Designed in 1972 by graphic designer, Alan Fletcher, the Clam Ashtray is a true icon of 20th century design! A beautifully simple, yet ingenious design, it features two identical rounded halves with ribbed 'teeth', that fit neatly together to form a lidded storage container, or when split, two ashtrays; the 'teeth' intended to hold a cigarette or cigar.
We adore it's retro orange-red hue and as a piece that can be stylised and utilised in a number of ways.
Fletcher's original 'clam' design, dates from the late 1960s and was put into production by his design agency, Pentagram in 1972. His design, was later reissued in the 1990's and produced by Italian company Mebel, exclusively for Conran's Habitat stores. Each half is signed 'Mebel - Italy - Des A Fletcher' and bare becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in good condition. Alan Fletcher is world renowned for his design work, famously for the branding for the Victoria and Albert museum, London.
Key Points:
• A vintage melamine clam dish
• Beautiful condition throughout
• Orange-red in colour
• Made by Mebel, Italy for Habitat
• Ideal as a solo display piece or split dish
Year of manufacture:
c. 1990s - designed in 1972
Designer
Alan Fletcher
Approximate Measurements:
H: 5cm (2'')
W: 15cm (6") diameter
Condition:
In excellent vintage condition throughout, free from notable damage and with all its 'teeth' in good order. It simply displays light, insignificant, surface marks when tipped to the light. This piece is from our own personal collection and has never been used.
Postage & Packaging:
As per our brand ethos, your item will be very carefully and securely shipped, wrapped with the utmost care in sustainable recycled and recyclable packaging.
UK Customers:
For U.K. customers, orders under £60 will be sent on a FREE Royal Mail second class service. Orders over £60 will be sent on a ‘tracked and signed’ for service where a signature is required upon receipt.
International Customers:
For International orders this will be at an additional cost depending on your location. We are not responsible for buyers import costs, any additional taxes or fees, or any delays with international shipping. For all orders outside of the U.K. your item(s) will be placed on an International 'Tracked and signed' for service and postage overs refunded if applicable.
Buyers Guide:
It is very important to note, that all the pieces Roof + Roof sell are genuine pieces of age, each having a rich and varied past and are never sold as in new condition. With this in mind, minor blemishes, surface scratches, manufacturing flaws and a general sense of their age and history are naturally to be expected. We always try, to the best of our ability to honestly and clearly communicate an items condition, both in our description and photography, highlighting anything over and above what we perceive as general age related wear and tear'. We kindly ask you look closely at all our photos, using the zoom facility, as these naturally form part of the item's description.
Please be aware that your monitor, tablet, or mobile device may emulate colours/tones differently 'on screen' to that of the actual physical item, all of which are photographed and shown to the best of our abilities. Any item/prop shown in our photography is used for styling purposes only. Prior to purchasing, if you would like further clarification on any item, then we are always happy to help in any way possible.
