{"product_id":"accendino-vintage","title":"Perpetual Match Lighter in Painted Metal – Austrian Production, Early 1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerpetual match lighter in \u003cstrong\u003ecold‑painted metal\u003c\/strong\u003e, attributable to \u003cstrong\u003eAustrian production from the early 20th century\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a richly detailed figurative scene and a dark marble base. The sculptural element depicts a seated figure wearing a traditional headpiece, next to a decorative trunk that serves as the support for the perpetual match mechanism. The \u003cstrong\u003epainted metal\u003c\/strong\u003e shows an aged patina and some areas of paint loss on the headpiece and trunk, as visible in the photos, confirming the authenticity and historical character of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA notable detail for collectors is the presence of the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal wick\u003c\/strong\u003e, an uncommon feature in this type of lighter, where it is often missing. The marble base shows some chips consistent with age, and a small fragment has been reattached with care, without compromising the aesthetic, stability, or usability of the object. Overall, this is a decorative and functional piece, ideal for collectors of vintage smoking accessories, enthusiasts of Central European craftsmanship, or anyone seeking a visually striking decorative object.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measurements are approximate and may vary depending on the point of reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase: 15.4 cm × 7.8 cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 10.4 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Memoriae Antiquae","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55151678062934,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6586\/1974\/files\/IMG_6836.heic?v=1788160373","url":"https:\/\/memoriaeantiquae.com\/en\/products\/accendino-vintage","provider":"Memoriae Antiquae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}