1970s Sittre Ceramic Denim Newsboy Cap – Signed “The Kid” Ashtray / Catchall

Add a dash of playful 1970s nostalgia with this rare Sittre studio-ceramic newsboy cap, glazed to mimic worn blue-jean denim right down to faux stitching and pocket seams. Signed “The Kid” on the underside, the piece was originally sold as a kitschy ashtray but now makes a fantastic coin tray, key dish, or purely decorative collectible.

Hand-cast earthenware is finished in a high-gloss indigo glaze that captures denim’s texture and color shifts. A statement piece for lovers of pop-art ceramics, mid-century kitsch, or denim memorabilia.

Details & Features

• Maker: Sittre Ceramics, USA
• Date: c. 1970s
• Material: Glazed earthenware
• Design: Large newsboy / cabbie cap with molded “jean” texture, button top, and brim
• Marking: Incised signature “The Kid” on base
• Function: Ashtray or catchall; sculptural collectible

Measurements
Approximately 1.5 inches × 9.5 inches × 11"

Condition
Excellent vintage condition—no chips, cracks, or repairs. Minor glaze crazing on underside only, consistent with 1970s studio pottery.