Penguin - No reserve price - Table lighter - Zamac, Copper, Bronze
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Description from the seller
Penguin Japan Table Lighter on an Elegant Rococo Revival Base – 20th Century
Description
Elegant and distinctive vintage table lighter composed of an original Penguin Japan mechanical insert, removable, mounted on a rich decorative metal base in the shape of a cup/trophy.
The base features refined Rococo Revival-style decoration, characterized by large volute handles, raised floral and vegetal motifs, ornamental elements depicting birds, and an elegant contoured foot.
The lighter insert is clearly marked PENGUIN and is easily removable from the base. The mechanism has been tested and works perfectly.
The combination of the Penguin mechanism and the distinctive ornamental base makes this specimen an interesting collectible object, suitable for both vintage lighter enthusiasts and lovers of decorative and tobacciana items from the 20th century.
Period: circa mid-20th century, 1950s–1960s
Origin of insert: Japan
Brand: Penguin
Base material: metal/alloy, aged brownish and coppery finish
Base height: about 15 cm
Maximum width: about 12 cm
Base weight: about 350 g
Functioning: perfectly working.
The Penguin insert is separable from the base, as provided by the object’s construction.
Penguin Japan Table Lighter on an Elegant Rococo Revival Base – 20th Century
Description
Elegant and distinctive vintage table lighter composed of an original Penguin Japan mechanical insert, removable, mounted on a rich decorative metal base in the shape of a cup/trophy.
The base features refined Rococo Revival-style decoration, characterized by large volute handles, raised floral and vegetal motifs, ornamental elements depicting birds, and an elegant contoured foot.
The lighter insert is clearly marked PENGUIN and is easily removable from the base. The mechanism has been tested and works perfectly.
The combination of the Penguin mechanism and the distinctive ornamental base makes this specimen an interesting collectible object, suitable for both vintage lighter enthusiasts and lovers of decorative and tobacciana items from the 20th century.
Period: circa mid-20th century, 1950s–1960s
Origin of insert: Japan
Brand: Penguin
Base material: metal/alloy, aged brownish and coppery finish
Base height: about 15 cm
Maximum width: about 12 cm
Base weight: about 350 g
Functioning: perfectly working.
The Penguin insert is separable from the base, as provided by the object’s construction.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Penguin
Material
Bronze, Copper, Zamac
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Width
12 cm
Length
15 cm
Period
1950-1960
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