LANCEL Paris 1935 Pocket Petrol Lighter Rare Collectible New In Box-Instructions
Art deco petrol lighter designed by Lancel Paris.
This is a beautiful Art Deco petrol lighter created in Paris, France by the luxury house of Lancel, during the height of the Art Deco period, circa 1935. The lighter features an elusive and sophisticated lift-arm mechanism activated by a concealed push-button system, reflecting the innovative engineering and elegant functionality characteristic of the era. The piece has been carefully crafted in solid steel and embellished with an elegant green faux-leather covering, creating a refined contrast between industrial modernism and luxurious decorative design. The sleek geometric silhouette and streamlined proportions embody the timeless aesthetic of French Art Deco craftsmanship.
It is fitted with a concealed push button for ignition and a screw-cap compartment for liquid fuel filling, both integrated seamlessly into the design. Every detail was conceived with exceptional taste and attention to proportion, resulting in a lighter with remarkable visual appeal and tactile quality.
Preserved in never-used condition from an old stock collection, this rare example is accompanied by its original cardboard presentation box and instruction leaflet, an increasingly difficult set to find complete after nearly a century. Elegant, functional, and highly collectible, this lighter is an outstanding example of 1930s French luxury accessories and Art Deco design.
Country: Paris, France.
Period: Art-deco 1935-1938.
Manufacturer: Lancel Paris.
Materials: Steel and green leather.
Featuring: Mechanical lift arm with push button.
Weight: 63.95 Grams, (0.45 Kg.).
Measurements: H. 49.5 mm by L. 40 mm by D. 16 mm (1.95 x 1.58 x 0.63 Inches).
Lancel
This is a Parisian luxury house founded in 1876. This iconic Parisian house offers bold and elegant products to keep pace with active modern women. Born in the bustling Faubourgs area, it allies aged-honored craft with creative flair. Energetic and vibrant, functionality is coupled with fanciful touches to meet the needs of contemporary women. Precursor at heart, Lancel initially designed products for smokers, incorporating clever details such as briar pipes fitted with a safety coating (1893) or its very first automatic pocket lighter in 1927 which “neither soiled fingers nor gloves”. Its bags, truly versatile multi-faceted purses, later became an indispensable fashion accessory, cleverly replacing women’s pockets. Launched in 1987, its bucket bag still remains today an iconic design and embodies Lancel’s avant-garde style. Innovation also lies at the heart of its luggage range, such as the Mistral bag made with resistant Nylon canvas, which revolutionized travel in 1982. Founded by Angèle and Alphonse Lancel, at 20 passage des Petites Ecuries in Paris, the artisanal pipes factory was transformed into a luxury brand by Albert Lancel in 1901 during the Parisian Roaring Twenties. Its four categories of products for women, men, lifestyle and travel evolved with times and encapsulate the Parisian chic. Settled at 8 Place de l’Opéra since 1929, its flagship store shelters the Lancel spirit. One can glean the new trends and novelties of the brand at this emblematic address where windows open up over the buoyant Parisian life. Lancel keeps up with times and imposes a signature coveted by the impetuous and playful Parisian women, promoting luxury for all.
Note: This Lancel petrol lighter is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier. This lighter just need a new flint and proper lighter fluid. Was tested and is in working condition.
Collateral: This Lancel petrol lighter is accompanied by the original presentation cardboard box and the folded paper instruction. In addition, with a new jewelry pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of this Lancel lighter is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage and all parts are working and secured in the settings. This lighter was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D051426AENH/.9075
