From Cannabis To Collectibles: Seth Rogen’s Passion For Vintage Ashtrays
Seth Rogen, the actor, producer, comedian and cannabis entrepreneur has a lesser-known but equally fascinating hobby: collecting vintage ashtrays.
Over the past twenty-five years, Rogen has curated an extensive collection of around 567 pieces, focusing on the rich artistry of Midcentury Modern designs, as reported by Los Angeles Times.
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Although not officially verified by the Guinness Book of Records, which recognizes an Australian’s 1,560-piece collection, Rogen’s collection is nonetheless impressive and reflects a deep appreciation for design history.
A Curated Treasure Trove
Rogen’s collection spans the Golden Age of ashtrays, from the 1920s through the late 1970s, a period considered the Golden Age of ashtrays.
“I became really fascinated and enamored by the idea that ashtrays used to be unabashedly made by people who put a lot of thought and time and energy into them,” Rogen told LA Times. “And that’s why all the ashtrays I was buying were Midcentury …