Invite a grounded and rustic vibe to your study with this 1930 John Wright horse ashtray, featuring a heavy cast metal saddled horse silhouette. Manufactured in the 1930s by the renowned Pennsylvania foundry, this piece is a rugged example of early 20th-century metalware, featuring a meticulously detailed saddled horse standing sentinel over a triangular basin to provide a sense of timeless charm.
- Origin: USA (Wrightsville, PA)
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Era: 1930s
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Material: Cast Metal
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Dimensions: 3.50" x 4.75"
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Condition: Good (Heavily Oxidized)
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Special Feature: Authentic John Wright Company casting; heavy verdigris patina.
The metal has developed an extraordinary authentic patina over the decades, with deep bronze tones and a natural green verdigris that highlights the relief of the mane and saddle. This "found" quality provides a reverent feel, making it an ideal accent for a dark academia study or an industrial-style shelf. There is a quiet wit in the weight of the piece—a small object that carries the industrial gravity of the Wrightsville foundry.
Whether used as a unique paperweight or a decorative catch-all for meaningful mementos, this saddled horse serves as a functional relic of American manufacturing history. Its weathered surface ensures it remains a soulful conversation piece, bringing a sense of historic luxury and rustic charm to the modern home. It is a quintessential find for the collector who values the unvarnished truth of aged metal and the enduring spirit of the American West.
This item is vintage, over 90 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.