
PUDL
Incense Ashtray
The PUDL Incense Ashtray is a handmade ceramic incense holder and ash catcher combining a shallow bowl with a central conical peg that holds an incense stick upright while collecting falling ash. Made in Melbourne from locally sourced clay with Melbourne-made glazes, it measures 105-110mm in diameter, 30-40mm in height and 220-260g in weight, and is available in four colourways: Ash, Moss, Midnight and Bark. Care: hand wash only.
- Color
- Midnight
- Material
- Clay and glaze
- Style
- handmade, artisan
- Category
- Home & Garden > Smoking Accessories
- MPN
TRY-00008
Specifications
A multi-purpose incense holder and ash tray combo, handmade in Melbourne from locally sourced clay and finished with Melbourne-made glazes.
Designed to hold both incense and ashes, keeps rituals seamless and space filled with tranquil aroma. Crafted by hand with subtle variations in size, weight and form.
- Color
- Midnight · blue
- Material
- Clay and glaze
- Style
- handmade, artisan
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Weight
- 0.24 kg
- Dimensions
- 105-110 x 105-110 x 30-40 mm
- Category
- Home & Garden > Smoking Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Handmade in Melbourne
- Multi-purpose incense holder and ash tray combo
- Made from locally sourced clay
- Finished with Melbourne-made glazes
- Designed to hold both incense and ashes
- Subtle variations in size, weight and form
- Wheel-thrown
- Ceramic
- Hand wash only
Product Insights
The PUDL Incense Ashtray is a handmade, wheel-thrown ceramic bowl from Melbourne—crafted from local Australian clay and finished with a food-safe glaze—that turns burning incense sticks into a safe, compact ritual. Its core promise is self-contained burn: a central peg holds a stick vertically, the 30–40 mm raised rim catches ash in a neat circle, and the fired ceramic mount self-extinguishes the final ember, all within a 105–110 mm footprint that suits narrow shelves. The tradeoff: this is a premium, stick-only tool (no cones, resin, or bakhoor) priced at AU$55—above commodity ashtrays but below bundled alternatives like Houseplant's $85 set—and its open rim can let drafts push ash beyond the edge in moving air. Hand-wash care, a $15 matched refill pack, and deliberate handmade variation (220–260 g) round out a product that prioritizes artisan durability and focused function over versatility.
Verified claims
- Material
- Wheel-thrown and hand-finished in Melbourne from locally sourced Australian clay and Melbourne-made food-safe glaze
- Craftsmanship
- Wheel-thrown on a spinning wheel — a 6,000-year lineage that yields a seamless, symmetric bowl
- Handmade variation
- Because each piece is wheel-thrown, size and weight vary: 105–110 mm and 220–260 g
- Value
- At AU$55, PUDL sits in the $30–$80 premium tier, not the $6.99–$19.99 commodity range
- Ash containment
- A vertical stick drops ash in a neat circle; the 30–40 mm raised rim contains it.
- Edge burn
- In still air ash drops within 2 in of the stick; drafts can push it past the rim.
- Footprint
- The 105–110 mm round basin is the compact alternative to a boat tray.
- Self-extinguish
- The final ember self-extinguishes when it reaches the ceramic mount.
- Heat resistance
- A stick's last ember self-extinguishes against the fired clay mount.
- Care
- Hand-wash only, with mild soap and water; the fired glaze resists ash staining and crazing.
- Stick compatibility
- The central peg holds only vertical sticks — stick-specific despite the multi-format glaze.
- Glaze safety
- Food-safe glaze is non-toxic for direct contact with burning incense and ash.
- Fit variability
- Proportioned for the Addition Studio Incense Refill Pack, with a built-in holder.
- Refill cost
- Matched Addition Studio refill envelope is $15 — about a quarter of the tray's $55.
- Stick-only design
- Only mounts and catches incense sticks — not cones, resin, or bakhoor.
- Dual-purpose design
- Central peg holds the stick upright while the raised rim catches fine ash, and the ceramic mount self-extinguishes the final ember.
- Heat safety
- A burned-down stick's ember self-extinguishes on the non-flammable ceramic mount.
- Ongoing cost
- The intended refill is a $15 Addition Studio incense pack — far below Houseplant's $85 bundled set.
- Dimensions
- The 105–110 mm by 30–40 mm size is a deliberate post-firing range, set by kiln shrink.
- Sizing and fit
- 0.24 kg is the midpoint of a 220–260 g handmade weight range.
- Display stability
- Wheel-thrown symmetry keeps the dish level and centered, never wobbling.
- Shelf placement
- Circular 105–110 mm base sits fully supported on a narrow shelf.
- Wear resistance
- Fired non-porous glaze withstands incense ash and heat; the final ember self-extinguishes.
- Roll protection
- A 30–40 mm wall clears the half-inch catch lip, containing stray rolls and protecting the rim.
- Daily use
- One ~11 cm bowl holds the stick and catches ash, proportioned for Addition Studio refills.
Product record
- Title
- Incense Ashtray
- Brand
- PUDL
- Price
- 55 AUD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Burning incense sticks and catching the ash
This hand-finished ceramic ashtray is proportioned for incense sticks, with a small central cone that holds a stick upright while it burns. The shallow, recessed bowl is designed to catch the falling ash cleanly. The seller suggests pairing it with Addition Studio Incense Sticks for a complete incense setup.[1,2,3,4]
A quiet decor piece for your shelf or windowsill
The merchant describes this hand-finished ceramic ashtray as sized to sit unobtrusively on a shelf or windowsill, where its form is meant to complement the objects around it. Per the merchant, it is as much an object of quiet presence as a functional piece.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Incense Ashtray: Choose this if you burn stick incense and want a handmade catcher: it's a wheel-thrown, hand-finished ceramic bowl with a central cone that holds a stick upright, and the merchant says its shallow form catches ash cleanly. It comes in four earthy tones (Ash, Moss, Midnight, Bark), each piece varying as a handmade item, and is sized to sit unobtrusively on a shelf or windowsill. Note that the merchant positions it as an object of quiet presence rather than purely functional, and all ash-catching and complementing claims come from the brand, not independent testing.[1,4] | Ripple Incense Burner: Choose this if you want a hand-finished, wheel-thrown ceramic burner with a decorative concentric ripple design — the rings radiate from the centre, where the incense stick rests, and it comes in four earthy tones (Ash, Moss, Midnight, Bark). Each piece carries the quiet variation of something made by hand, so expect individual units to differ slightly. It's handmade in Melbourne of clay and glaze.[5] | Pebble Ashtray: Choose this if you want a compact ceramic ashtray for a bedside table or shelf, with a raised ball rest to hold your roll between draws and a smooth, wide bowl for ash. It's wheel-thrown and hand-finished in four earthy glaze tones — Ash, Moss, Midnight and Bark — and the maker describes it as sized to sit naturally alongside other PUDL ceramics. Since each piece is finished by hand, expect subtle piece-to-piece variation.[6] |
Image Analysis
4 images- 01

Product
A glossy dark teal ceramic round ashtray with a recessed inner bowl and a small central raised cone holding a vertical incense stick; a rolled paper/incense rests across the rim.
- Overall shapeRound, low-profile ceramic vessel with a wide flared rim and a recessed inner bowl visible from a slightly elevated front angle.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high) - FinishHigh-gloss glazed surface with visible specular highlights and subtle mottled tonal variation in the glaze across the rim and outer wall.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high) - Central holderSmall raised conical peg in the center of the inner bowl that securely holds a vertical incense stick.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.72 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Incense stickThin straight incense stick inserted vertically into the central peg; stick is unlit and extends well above the rim.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.65 (high) - Rolled incense/paperA rolled paper or incense cone laid across the rim on the right side, light beige to gray in color and noticeably textured.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.66 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high) - Inner glaze color variationInner bowl shows darker, near-black tones concentrated at the center that transition to deep teal toward the rim.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.40 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a neutral beige background with soft directional lighting from the left, mild shadow beneath the ashtray, and a minimal composition with the top portion of the vertical incense stick rising into empty space.
- BackgroundSmooth even beige background filling the frame with no visible texture or props.
- Shot compositionProduct framed low in the image with the incense stick centered vertically; view is slightly elevated and off-center to show the inner bowl and rim.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the left produces gentle specular highlights on the glaze and a soft shadow beneath the ashtray to the right.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the ashtray and incense; no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
deep teal glaze· ceramic bodylight tan· incense stickpale gray-beige· rolled paper/incense#C9BBB2- Overall shapeRound, low-profile ceramic vessel with a wide flared rim and a recessed inner bowl visible from a slightly elevated front angle.
- 02

Product
A round green glazed ceramic incense holder is visible from a slightly elevated front view. A single unlit thin incense stick is inserted vertically in the holder's central hole and a rolled paper item rests on the rim.
- Holder shapeRound, squat ceramic bowl with a wide lip and a recessed central well containing a raised cylindrical peg or insert where the incense stick is placed.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.64 · w 0.55 · h 0.30 (high) - Surface finishGlossy glazed surface with subtle darker banding near the rim and a slightly mottled texture visible on the inner wall.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.64 · w 0.55 · h 0.30 (medium) - Incense stickThin cylindrical incense stick inserted vertically into the holder; stick appears unburned and has a uniform light brown color and slightly textured surface.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.60 (high) - Central pegSmall raised cylindrical peg or insert centered in the well that holds the incense stick upright.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.70 · w 0.04 · h 0.05 (high) - Rim resting itemA rolled paper item with a darker grey inner wrap and a lighter white/cream outer tip is laid across the right side of the holder's rim.
1 region
x 0.67 · y 0.62 · w 0.27 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-style shot with a neutral beige backdrop and soft, even lighting producing a faint shadow under the holder. Image is cropped to show the top portion of the holder and the full height of the incense stick.
- Background and surfaceSmooth neutral beige background and flat surface with minimal texture visible.
- LightingSoft, diffused lighting with mild top-left highlight on the holder and a soft shadow below and slightly to the right of the holder.
- Shot compositionCentered composition with the incense stick near the vertical centerline and the holder occupying the lower central area; top of the frame shows mostly negative space.
Colors
muted olive green· ceramic holder#7B714Dlight tan brown· incense sticksoft grey and off-white· rolled paper item- Holder shapeRound, squat ceramic bowl with a wide lip and a recessed central well containing a raised cylindrical peg or insert where the incense stick is placed.
- 03

Product
A speckled ceramic ashtray with a small conical central incense holder holds a vertical brown incense stick; a rolled paper object rests on the ashtray rim.
- Ashtray shape and finishRound, shallow bowl-shaped ashtray with a raised outer rim and an inner concave basin; surface is matte with dense speckled patterning across the visible surfaces.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.60 · h 0.24 (high) - Central conical incense mountSmall conical protrusion in the basin center that secures the incense stick; matches the ashtray's speckled ceramic finish.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.76 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Incense stickLong thin cylindrical incense stick inserted upright into the central mount; stick is uniform brown and textured.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.05 · w 0.04 · h 0.78 (high) - Rolled paper resting on rimA rolled paper or similar cylindrical object lies across the ashtray rim at the right side; paper has a two-tone appearance with a darker sleeve and lighter exposed end.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.75 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain neutral background with soft, even lighting and subtle shadows; image is cropped to show the upper portion of the incense stick and the ashtray near the bottom edge.
- Background and lightingUniform pale beige background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal specular highlights; gentle shadow under the ashtray visible on the surface.
- Shot compositionVertical composition with the incense stick rising toward the top edge and the ashtray positioned near the lower center; top of the stick is near the upper third of the frame.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the ashtray and nearby objects with shallow depth of field toward the top of the incense stick; no visible text or labeling in the image.
Colors
speckled light grey· ashtray bodyspeckled light grey· conical holdermedium brown· incense stick#827464off-white and muted taupe· rolled paper- Ashtray shape and finishRound, shallow bowl-shaped ashtray with a raised outer rim and an inner concave basin; surface is matte with dense speckled patterning across the visible surfaces.
- 04

Product
A glossy brown ceramic ashtray with a central raised cone that holds a single vertical incense stick; a rolled paper incense rests on the rim.
- Main body shapeRound, bowl-shaped ceramic ashtray with a wide rim and a rounded exterior profile visible from a top-forward angle.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - FinishHigh-gloss glazed surface on the ceramic, showing specular highlights and smooth reflective patches inside the bowl.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Central peg/holderSmall raised conical peg at the center of the bowl used to hold an incense stick upright; peg is same glazed brown material.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.78 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Vertical incense stickThin straight incense stick inserted into the central peg and extending vertically toward the top of the frame; stick has a uniform tan color and slightly textured surface.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.03 · w 0.03 · h 0.65 (high) - Rolled paper incense on rimA rolled cylindrical paper incense or cone laid across the rim on the right side of the ashtray; paper is pale gray-beige with a visible torn end.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a neutral beige background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadowing; composition centers the ashtray near the bottom of the frame with the incense stick rising toward the top.
- BackgroundSmooth neutral beige background occupying the full frame behind the product.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting producing gentle highlights on the glazed ceramic and faint soft shadow beneath the ashtray.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.84 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionTop-forward perspective showing mostly upper half of the ashtray and the full vertical incense stick; bottom of ashtray is visible but cropped slightly below the base center.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the ashtray and incense with low visual noise and even color rendering.
Colors
glossy medium brown· ceramic body#7B451Btan· vertical incense stickpale gray-beige· rolled paper incense#D2C3BB- Main body shapeRound, bowl-shaped ceramic ashtray with a wide rim and a rounded exterior profile visible from a top-forward angle.
Provenance
- Merchant Link
- https://pudl.store/products/pudl-incense-ashtray
- Platform
- shopify
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