STRAUSS-ALLARD ET MEYER 1928 Art-Deco Petrol Lighter In .900 Sterling Silver
Pocket petrol lighter designed by Strauss-Allard et Meyer.
An exceptional Art Deco geometric pocket petrol lighter, created in Paris at the Strauss Allard et Meyer workshop between 1928 and 1930. It is crafted in solid sterling silver (.925/.999) and decorated with clean vertical lines, featuring sharp, angular edges typical of the period. The lighter is in near-mint condition, showing virtually no signs of use or wear, and remains fully functional. A refined and highly collectible piece, it is especially valued by collectors of antique lighters and fine Art Deco objects.
Country: Paris, France.
Period: Art-Deco, 1928-1930.
Weight: 59.8 Grams, (38.35 Dwt).
Measurements: 54 mm by 38 mm by 11 mm (2.13 x 1.50 by 0.43 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the Parisian maker's mark SAM associated to Strauss Allard & Meyer, the French national mark of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the .925 silver.
Strauss-Allard et Meyer
Strauss, Allard et Meyer, in Place des Vosges, were one of the most successful of the Parisian Art Deco workshops, specializing in luxury vanity cases and boxes, many of which were in the 'chinoiserie style', The offices were located at 25 of the rue Taitbout. The workshop at the 19 of rue Louis-le-Grand & later in 11 place des Vosges, Paris France. Their specialty was Boxes, paper-cutters, lighters and Ojects de Vertu. In 1909 Jean Gustave Maurice Allard & Emile Meyer opened the firm, Designing creations for the major Parisian luxury houses such; Cartier, Janesich, Lacloche Frères, Hermes and Boucheron. In 1919: Raphaël Strauss joined the firm. In 1941 Mr. Strauss takes refuge in the US with his shares of the company. In 1949: Allard sold the company to Jean Meyer, Emile’s son. The mark SAM was struck and registered since 1919 to the 1941.
Collateral: This SAM lighter by Strauss Allard et Meyer is accompanied by a presentation jewelry velvet pouch.
Note: This lighter-vesta 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.
Condition: The overall condition of this SAM lighter by Strauss Allard et Meyer is excellent. All parts are secured in the settings. This petrol lighter was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D042426CENH/1.772
