ANTIQUE 19thC VICTORIAN SOLID SILVER 'CAMPFIRE' TABLE LIGHTER, LONDON c.1893

£2,295.00

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver table lighter modelled as a miniature campfire scene, mounted on a wooden base. The detailed silverwork depicts a rustic tripod formed from branches tied together with rope, alongside a miniature cooking pot and a realistically textured rocky landscape.

The central fireplace is designed to hold a wick, allowing it to function as a lighter. Two removable silver lighting sticks are positioned within the scene and can be used to transfer the flame for lighting cigars or cigarettes. A charming and inventive example of Victorian novelty silver, combining fine craftsmanship with an unusual and practical design. A desirable piece for collectors of antique silver and smoking accessories.

Hallmarked English Silver (925 Standard), London, year 1893 (S), Maker's Mark illegible.

Reference Number: J12667

Antique 19th Century Victorian solid silver table lighter modelled as a miniature campfire scene, mounted on a wooden base. The detailed silverwork depicts a rustic tripod formed from branches tied together with rope, alongside a miniature cooking pot and a realistically textured rocky landscape.

The central fireplace is designed to hold a wick, allowing it to function as a lighter. Two removable silver lighting sticks are positioned within the scene and can be used to transfer the flame for lighting cigars or cigarettes. A charming and inventive example of Victorian novelty silver, combining fine craftsmanship with an unusual and practical design. A desirable piece for collectors of antique silver and smoking accessories.

Hallmarked English Silver (925 Standard), London, year 1893 (S), Maker's Mark illegible.

Reference Number: J12667

CONDITION

In Good Condition - Wear in keeping with age. Please refer to photographs.

SIZE

Height: 15.5 cm // 6.10 inches
Width: 15.5 cm // 6.10 inches
Depth: 12 cm // 4.72 inches
Weight (Including Wooden Base): 400g