Quick Specs
- Size: 6 inches
- Type: Novelty Ashtray
- Material: Cast resin
- Best For: Desk decor, smoking setup, incense ash, novelty gifting
A Little Attitude for Your Ashtray Collection
I stock a lot of things that take themselves seriously. This isn’t one of them, and that’s exactly why it earns a spot here. The 6-inch Banana Sunglasses ashtray is a cast resin figure of a banana in full vacation mode: oversized shades, tropical drink, and a casual smoke in hand. It’s a functionally solid ashtray wrapped in a deadpan visual joke, and those two things coexist without apology.
Resin is a practical material for this kind of piece. It’s lightweight, takes painted detail cleanly, and holds up better than ceramic in everyday handling. The bowl portion is deep enough to catch ash from a cigarette, a cigar tip, or a stick incense without scattering. If you browse my ashtray collection, you’ll notice most pieces here have a dual life: part functional, part decorative. This one leans into that balance harder than most.
There’s a real tradition of humor as a pressure valve in ritual and spiritual spaces. Figures that play, wink, or carry a little absurdity alongside serious tools serve a purpose: they remind you not to grip too tight. If your altar or workspace tends toward the austere, a lounging banana in sunglasses is a good counterweight. I also carry it in my novelty and gift ideas section because it reads perfectly as a gift for someone who appreciates wit in their decor without needing a spiritual context for it.
How to Use the Banana Sunglasses Ashtray
Get the most out of your Banana Sunglasses ashtray with these simple steps.
- Find the Right Spot
Set the ashtray on a flat, heat-resistant surface before you light up. The curved banana form sits best on a tray or tile, keeping the resin base stable and the ash well clear of your table, desk, or shelf.
- Use It for Incense Too
Rest a lit stick incense in the groove of the banana or lay a cone at the base. The hollowed bowl catches ash cleanly, so you get the scent without the mess. It works for ceremonial smoke just as well as casual use.
- Clean After Each Session
Tap ash out into a waste bin once cool. Wipe the resin surface with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid soaking it in water for long periods, since resin can absorb moisture and discolor at the seams over time.
The Tarot Fellow Standard
I source novelty resin pieces like this from suppliers whose quality control on painted finishes I’ve tested over multiple restocks. The paint on this figure is factory-sealed and consistent across units: no flaking, no bleed at the sunglasses detail, no color inconsistency between pieces. The resin itself is solid-cast rather than hollow, which is why it feels more substantial than the price suggests. I check samples before I commit to a run, and this one passed that bar cleanly.
One honest note: this is a resin novelty piece, not a high-fired ceramic or stone. It’ll handle normal use without complaint, but dropping it on a hard floor from height is a risk. Treat it the way you’d treat any painted decorative object and it’ll last. It ships well-padded, and I haven’t had breakage issues in transit with this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is cast resin, molded into a lounging banana figure with painted sunglasses and a cocktail in hand. Resin gives it durability and lets the design hold sharp detail without the weight of ceramic or stone.
Yes. The bowl holds ash from stick incense or cones just as well as cigarette ash. It is deep enough to catch debris without scattering, and the figure sits at the right angle to rest a stick across the rim if needed.
The paint is factory finished and sealed at the surface. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, since they can dull the coating over time. A soft cloth wipe after each use keeps the detail and color looking sharp for longer.
Absolutely. It doubles as a desk trinket, a conversation piece, or a catch all for small items like rings or hair ties. The humor lands whether or not the recipient uses it as an ashtray.
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