Cast Iron Cigar Lighter, France Circa 1880

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A rare cast iron cigar lighter in the shape of a capped dwarf, crafted in France during the final decades … Read more A rare cast iron cigar lighter in the shape of a capped dwarf, crafted in France during the final decades of the 19th century. The piece features a whimsical, figural design with a characterful expression and intricate casting that highlights the playful creativity found in Victorian-era tobacco accessories.
Circa 1880, this original period piece was made during a time when the ritual of smoking inspired a wealth of imaginative and sculptural functional art.
Cast in solid iron with a dark, naturally aged finish that preserves its historic character. Rooted in the Victorian tradition, this lighter reflects the era's fondness for eccentric figural objects and the robust, lasting charm of European industrial folk art. See less