Square 4-slot cigar ashtray, embossed engraved decor - CURIOSA

The CURIOSA features four cigar rests, one in each corner of the square tray. Four enthusiasts can therefore set their cigars down at the same time, each in their own support, without the cigars touching or the ashes mixing on their neighbor's spot. It is the ideal format for a tasting evening with others, an after-dinner coffee in the living room, or a moment in the smoking room. Alone, you can also use it to keep two cigars within reach, for example, one in progress and a second that you let rest. The generous central bowl accommodates the ash of several cigars without needing to be emptied during the session.

Yes, that is one of this model's strengths. The four cigar rests are wide notches, intended for large ring gauges: thick robustos, toros, and gordos. The cigar sits without being compressed, which preserves its draw and shape. Thinner modules, like coronas or panetelas, also rest there without difficulty: they simply sit a little lower in the support. The supplier does not provide a maximum numerical diameter; if you smoke very atypical formats beyond common large ring gauges, please feel free to ask our customer service before ordering to check compatibility.

Both versions share the exact same shape, dimensions (180 × 180 × 40 mm), weight, and raised engraved decor. Only the color of the finish changes. The gold brass finish offers warm reflections that soften the relief and give a patinated effect, very much at home in a library, a club, or an interior with dark woods. The silver finish is colder and more luminous; it makes every detail of the decor stand out clearly and matches contemporary interiors, glass, and metal. The choice is therefore primarily a matter of taste and ambiance.

The CURIOSA measures 180 × 180 mm with a height of 40 mm and weighs approximately 0.6 kg. This 18 cm square format is large enough to accommodate four cigars and their ashes while remaining reasonable on a coffee table, pedestal table, or desk. Its weight gives it a stable base: it does not slide when you place or pick up your cigar, and it does not tip over if you knock ash off with a slightly firm motion. It is an ashtray designed to remain in place at home or in a smoking room, rather than a travel model intended to accompany its owner on the go.

The CURIOSA is primarily conceived as an indoor ashtray: living room, office, library, or smoking room. It can, of course, accompany an evening on a covered terrace or sheltered balcony, provided it is placed on a flat and stable surface. Its weight helps it resist light drafts, but wind can disperse ashes out of the bowl. We do not, however, recommend leaving it outside permanently: rain, humidity, and temperature variations risk altering the metallic finish and dirtying the reliefs of the decor. Bring it inside after use and wipe it down if it has been exposed to moisture.

Always wait until the ashtray is completely cold, then empty the ashes into a non-flammable container. Then run a soft, dry cloth over the entire tray. For fine ashes lodged in the grooves of the decor, a soft brush or a soft-bristled brush is very effective. If a residue persists, use a barely damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid abrasive products, scouring creams, scrubbing sponges, and the dishwasher: they could tarnish or scratch the metallic finish. A quick cleaning after each session is enough to keep the decor clean and legible.

Absolutely. It is presented in a gift box and has a true decorative presence thanks to its raised engraved decor. It is a gift appreciated for a birthday, Father's Day, retirement, a promotion, or a thank you addressed to a client who enjoys cigars. For a more complete gift, you can pair it with a cigar cutter, a lighter, or a case, and find ready-to-gift sets among our cigar gift boxes. Remember to choose the finish according to the recipient's interior: gold brass for a warm ambiance, silver for a more contemporary decor.