Description: Rare clear glass ashtray from one of the finest and most expensive hotels in the world. A nights stay in current dollars is over $1000 per night. In 1898, Swiss hotelier César Ritz partnered with French chef Auguste Escoffier to open what soon became known as one of the most luxurious hotels in the world, thanks to such then-innovative touches as private bathrooms, telephones, and electricity in each room. Over the decades, the Ritz became a favorite of everyone from kings and queens to Marcel Proust and Coco Chanel; the latter, who lived here for 34 years, has a suite named for her, while fellow regular Ernest Hemingway’s name adorns both a suite and (what else?) a bar. But even an icon needs a re-fresh, so in 2012, the hotel closed for the first time in its history, re-emerging four years later with updated technologies, new facilities, and a look that’s brighter and lighter, but still gilded to the core. The majestic grand staircase still winds its way up from the lobby, chandeliers and tufted chairs abound, and liveried staffers stand at attention. Ashtray measures 3 3/8" x 4" and 3/4" deep. It is clear glass with HOTEL RITZ and PARIS etched in the bottom. A few small inside edge chips. One bottom edge chip. See pics.
Price: 189.95 USD
Location: Windsor Locks, Connecticut
End Time: 2024-11-04T13:44:28.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Hotel Ritz Paris
Type of Advertising: Ashtray
Color: Clear
Date of Creation: 1930s
Theme: Hotel & Motel
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Modified Item: No
