"Set x 6 Trader Vic's Ashtrays"

"Set x 6 Trader Vic's Ashtrays"Set of six c1960s Trader Vic's ceramic ashtrays w various Polynesian tribal whimsical images Sz: 4 3 4"D VG Scroll Down for (7) Additional Pics: History and concept Origin: Victor Bergeron, or "Trader Vic," transformed his Oakland restaurant, "Hinky Dinks," into an island inspired retreat in 1934. Tiki culture: The restaurant chain is a major figure in tiki culture, known for its distinctive Polynesian decor with bamboo, carvings, and tapa cloth.

Set of six c1960s Trader Vic's ceramic ashtrays

w/ various Polynesian tribal whimsical images

Sz: 4 3/4"D

VG

Scroll Down for (7) Additional Pics:

History and concept
Origin: Victor Bergeron, or "Trader Vic," transformed his Oakland restaurant, "Hinky Dinks," into an island-inspired retreat in 1934. 
Tiki culture: The restaurant chain is a major figure in tiki culture, known for its distinctive Polynesian decor with bamboo, carvings, and tapa cloth. 
Cuisine: Trader Vic's pioneered a fusion of multi-ethnic cuisines, including Chinese and Asian influences, often prepared in large wood-fired ovens. 
Cocktails: The brand is world-famous for its tropical cocktails. In 1944, Victor Bergeron created the Mai Tai, a drink he served to friends who exclaimed it was "Mai Tai Roa Ae!"—Tahitian for "the best—out of this world!".