Café de Flore is one of the most iconic and historic cafés in Paris, located in the heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood on the Left Bank. Established in the 1880s, it has long been a favored haunt of intellectuals, writers, and artists. In the early 20th century, it was a gathering spot for influential figures. It was a popular meeting place for surrealists and existentialists, including Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Albert Camus. The café has also attracted famous writers like Ernest Hemingway and Truman Capote, as well as artists such as Pablo Picasso. Add this vintage French ashtray, an iconic piece of history, to your collection. Use to keep keys and change, as a jewelry dish, or to house your curiosities. Sourced from a brocante in Marseille. dimensions: 4.75"dia x 1"H