Vintage Zippo Lighter Tex Avery The Wolf Silver Metal Retro Cartoon

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Description

Zippo-type lighter featuring the famous character The Wolf from the Tex Avery universe, visible on the front. The object has a silver-colored finish with a metallic appearance, showing numerous signs of use, scratches, and traces of oxidation on the surface. The front displays the inscription "TEX AVERY" engraved in the upper part, surmounting a circular blue medallion in which the drawing of the emblematic wolf appears, with an open mouth and animated expression, typical of the 1940s-1950s cartoon style.

Below the main motif, an engraved banner bears the inscription "THE WOLF". The bright colors of the illustration contrast with the metal's patina, giving this lighter a retro aesthetic faithful to the Tex Avery universe. The rectangular shape with rounded corners is characteristic of Zippo windproof lighters, with a hinged lid visible on the left side of the photo.

The ensemble highlights a humorous and recognizable visual, appreciated for its nostalgic and decorative aspect. The visible wear on the surface accentuates the object's vintage charm, highlighting its authenticity and the use it has been subjected to over time.

The object is presented closed, only the front is visible in the photo. No other details are observable regarding the internal mechanism or the condition of the other sides.

This vintage lighter is a typical piece for fans of classic cartoons, retro design, or for decorative use on a desk or shelf.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear, scratches, and oxidation visible on the front (see photo).

Did you know? Tex Avery, American animator and director, is one of the major creators of modern cartoons. His character The Wolf, who first appeared in "Red Hot Riding Hood" in 1943, became an icon of the genre for his offbeat humor and exaggerated expressions, characteristic of the Golden Age of Hollywood animation.

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