Dunhill 1935 Art Deco Triangular Desk Silent Lighter In Chrome Bakelite And Catalin

Triangular desk silent lighter designed by Irving Florman for Dunhill.

Very rare silent lighter, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1935. This triangular model was patented by Irving Florman for the Dunhill Company. Crafted with chromed brass parts, with three cylinders mounted in a triangular black bakelite base and a catalin (plaskon) spherical ball on top the torch wand. Embellished with application of black lacquer. This lighter is base in the German version designed in the 1933.

Weight: 118.5 Grams, (10.87 Dwt).

Measurements: 67 mm by 67 mm by 93 mm  (2.64 x 2.64 x 3.68 Inches).

Marks: Signed with the maker's mark and inscribed in both pars, "DUNHILL SILENT LIGHTER TABLE LIGHTER U.S. PAT. 2020142 MADE IN U.S.A".

Patent: US Utility Pat. as Electric Cigar lighter. May 22, 1935 2,020,142.

Literature: Published as Dunhill Triangular Lighter, 1939 Catalin Lighter Catalog. Retailed back in time for 6.- dollars.

Note: An exact model were crafted in sterling silver with black and red bakelite.

Note: This piece is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier. For Display and collect only.

Condition: The overall condition of this silent lighter is good. Beside the little normal wear, there are traces of use and restorations. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P051723HCNK/.1231