Zippo - Batman – Gotham City Meets Van Gogh's Starry Night - Custom Collectible Lighter - No reserve price - Lighter - Brass

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This unused, working Zippo brass lighter measures 58 × 38 × 13 mm and features custom artwork of Batman overlooking Gotham City beneath a sky inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s The Starry Night.

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Description from the seller

A striking custom Zippo lighter featuring Batman overlooking Gotham City beneath a spectacular night sky inspired by Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting The Starry Night.

This distinctive collectible combines the mysterious atmosphere of Gotham with the expressive artistic style of one of the world's most celebrated painters.

Design and Artistic Details

The artwork depicts Batman standing high above the rooftops of Gotham City, silently watching over the streets below.

His imposing silhouette and flowing black cape dominate the foreground, while the city stretches into the distance beneath a mesmerizing sky inspired by Vincent van Gogh's The Starry Night (1889).

The composition features:

Batman: The legendary Dark Knight, portrayed in his iconic dark costume and flowing cape.

Gotham City: A detailed nighttime cityscape with shadowy buildings, distant towers and softly illuminated windows.

Van Gogh-Inspired Sky: Dramatic swirling patterns of blue, turquoise and white evoke the expressive brushwork of The Starry Night.

Golden Illumination: Warm yellow and golden highlights contrast beautifully with the deep blue surroundings.

Painterly Texture: Rich, expressive brushstroke-like details create the impression of a miniature oil painting.

Continuous Composition: The artwork extends across both the lid and body of the lighter, forming one complete scene.

The dark blue case perfectly complements the artwork, emphasizing its atmospheric colors and creating a harmonious visual composition.

Features

Brand: Genuine Zippo

Country of manufacture: USA

Insert: Original Zippo windproof lighter insert

Theme: Batman, Gotham City, Vincent van Gogh, The Starry Night

Case color: Dark blue

Decoration: Custom full-color artistic design

Style: Van Gogh-inspired expressionist artwork

Mechanism: Classic Zippo flint-wheel ignition

Presentation: Zippo gift box

Artistic and Collectible Appeal

This extraordinary design brings together two iconic worlds: the dark, mysterious universe of Batman and the expressive beauty of Vincent van Gogh's art.

The contrast between Batman's motionless silhouette and the energetic movement of the swirling night sky creates a powerful visual effect.

Van Gogh's celebrated The Starry Night, painted in 1889, is renowned for its dramatic celestial patterns, vibrant blue tones and luminous stars. These recognizable artistic elements have been reinterpreted here to create a unique vision of Gotham City.

The result is a collectible that appeals to:

Batman and DC Comics collectors

Zippo lighter enthusiasts

Admirers of Vincent van Gogh and The Starry Night

Art-inspired pop culture memorabilia collectors

Fans of unusual artistic interpretations of superheroes

Anyone seeking an original and memorable collectible gift

Condition and Presentation

The actual lighter offered for sale is shown in the photographs.

It features a genuine Zippo insert with manufacturer markings and is presented with a Zippo gift box.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and show the item's actual appearance.

This is a genuine Zippo lighter featuring custom artwork inspired by Batman and Van Gogh's The Starry Night. It is not an officially licensed DC Comics Zippo edition.

Shipping

The lighter will be carefully and securely packaged to ensure safe transportation.

Shipping via Correos or UPS, at the buyer's choice.

The lighter will be shipped without fuel, in accordance with transportation safety regulations.

A remarkable fusion of superhero mythology and fine art — Batman's Gotham City reimagined beneath the swirling skies of Van Gogh's masterpiece. A distinctive addition to any Zippo, Batman or art-inspired collection.

A striking custom Zippo lighter featuring Batman overlooking Gotham City beneath a spectacular night sky inspired by Vincent van Gogh's iconic painting The Starry Night.

This distinctive collectible combines the mysterious atmosphere of Gotham with the expressive artistic style of one of the world's most celebrated painters.

Design and Artistic Details

The artwork depicts Batman standing high above the rooftops of Gotham City, silently watching over the streets below.

His imposing silhouette and flowing black cape dominate the foreground, while the city stretches into the distance beneath a mesmerizing sky inspired by Vincent van Gogh's The Starry Night (1889).

The composition features:

Batman: The legendary Dark Knight, portrayed in his iconic dark costume and flowing cape.

Gotham City: A detailed nighttime cityscape with shadowy buildings, distant towers and softly illuminated windows.

Van Gogh-Inspired Sky: Dramatic swirling patterns of blue, turquoise and white evoke the expressive brushwork of The Starry Night.

Golden Illumination: Warm yellow and golden highlights contrast beautifully with the deep blue surroundings.

Painterly Texture: Rich, expressive brushstroke-like details create the impression of a miniature oil painting.

Continuous Composition: The artwork extends across both the lid and body of the lighter, forming one complete scene.

The dark blue case perfectly complements the artwork, emphasizing its atmospheric colors and creating a harmonious visual composition.

Features

Brand: Genuine Zippo

Country of manufacture: USA

Insert: Original Zippo windproof lighter insert

Theme: Batman, Gotham City, Vincent van Gogh, The Starry Night

Case color: Dark blue

Decoration: Custom full-color artistic design

Style: Van Gogh-inspired expressionist artwork

Mechanism: Classic Zippo flint-wheel ignition

Presentation: Zippo gift box

Artistic and Collectible Appeal

This extraordinary design brings together two iconic worlds: the dark, mysterious universe of Batman and the expressive beauty of Vincent van Gogh's art.

The contrast between Batman's motionless silhouette and the energetic movement of the swirling night sky creates a powerful visual effect.

Van Gogh's celebrated The Starry Night, painted in 1889, is renowned for its dramatic celestial patterns, vibrant blue tones and luminous stars. These recognizable artistic elements have been reinterpreted here to create a unique vision of Gotham City.

The result is a collectible that appeals to:

Batman and DC Comics collectors

Zippo lighter enthusiasts

Admirers of Vincent van Gogh and The Starry Night

Art-inspired pop culture memorabilia collectors

Fans of unusual artistic interpretations of superheroes

Anyone seeking an original and memorable collectible gift

Condition and Presentation

The actual lighter offered for sale is shown in the photographs.

It features a genuine Zippo insert with manufacturer markings and is presented with a Zippo gift box.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and show the item's actual appearance.

This is a genuine Zippo lighter featuring custom artwork inspired by Batman and Van Gogh's The Starry Night. It is not an officially licensed DC Comics Zippo edition.

Shipping

The lighter will be carefully and securely packaged to ensure safe transportation.

Shipping via Correos or UPS, at the buyer's choice.

The lighter will be shipped without fuel, in accordance with transportation safety regulations.

A remarkable fusion of superhero mythology and fine art — Batman's Gotham City reimagined beneath the swirling skies of Van Gogh's masterpiece. A distinctive addition to any Zippo, Batman or art-inspired collection.

Details

Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Zippo
Model/type
Batman – Gotham City Meets Van Gogh's Starry Night - Custom Collectible Lighter
Serial number
Batman – Gotham City Meets Van Gogh's Starry Night - Custom Collectible Lighter
Material
Brass
Country of origin
United States
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Width
58 mm
Length
38 mm
Depth
13 mm
Period
2020+
Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)Verified
25
Objects sold
pro

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