This iconic set of hedgehogs is a classic of mid century modern design. Designed by Walter Bosse, an expert craftsman from the golden age of Vienna bronzes. His “black/gold” line of animals was crafted to make “as many people as possible happy.” Copied millions of times over, offered here is an authentic set from the 1950s.

An original vintage example of Walter Bosse’s most famous design from the 1960s. This complete set of 6 stacking hedgehog ashtrays is in excellent original condition with good original patina. The casting quality is smooth with good detail. The polishing is bright and bold. Baby has excellent casting quality and detail, with large eyes and X legs. Spines are tall and rounded, the nose is a good length with slightly upturned button at the end and the legs are on the longer side. The ears of the first 3 largest hedgehogs are polished as well, which is more rare. Overall an excellently proportioned set. All these attributes show this is set from the late 1950s. Comes with all 6 hedgehog ashtrays that stack up and nest inside each other. Made of solid brass with a beautiful shiny black patina and golden polished spines. Marked with a faint SDL on the underside of the big bowl.

Authenticated by Modern Vienna Bronze as an original Walter Bosse design.

ウォルター・ボッセ – ハリネズミオブジェ/灰皿