Large vintage antique oval table lighter with a patinated metal finish for collectors

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This antique table lighter features a generous oval shape, characteristic of the large models used in the mid-20th century. The item has a base with finely molded vertical fluting, offering a rhythmic and vintage visual effect. The entire visible surface shows a patinated metallic finish, with traces of oxidation, wear, and marks of age that bear witness to its history and regular use. The top of the lighter, an automatic lever-type, features a ridged wheel and an apparent mechanism, typical of the period's productions for domestic or office use.

The dominant shade is a matte silver tone, punctuated by areas where the natural patina reveals coppery nuances and rust traces, mainly on the edges and the upper mechanism. There are also some remnants of paint or varnish, vestiges of an original finish that is now altered. The general style evokes French or European industrial productions from the 1940s to the 1960s, although no precise mark or inscription is legible on the visible part of the item.

The lighter rests on a flat base, not visible here, while the top suggests a push button or a flint ignition system. The structure appears robust, designed for intensive use on a table or counter. The entire object expresses a retro charm, accentuated by the material effects and authentic patina, highly appreciated for decoration or recreating vintage atmospheres.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows significant signs of wear, scratches, surface chips, visible oxidation, and a used patina on all metal parts. The ignition mechanism has not been tested and its functionality is not guaranteed.

Did you know? Table lighters gained popularity as early as the 1920s, accompanying the democratization of tobacco and the rise of modern interiors. Their imposing format, often adorned with decorative details, made them both utilitarian and decorative accessories in the salons and offices of the time.

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