1920s Antique Erhard & Sohne "The Lamp Post"  Brass Street Lamp Table Lighter

Missing original green marble base. Has not been tested. 

Pedestal brass cigar lighter with lamp post figural design. There is a pull chain that exposes the lighter on the inside of the lamp. This piece measures 9 3/4″ high and the base has an approximate diameter of 3 1/4″ diameter.

The lighter mechanism is activated by pulling a small ball chain attached to the housing.

It is made of brass and intended for cigars or cigarettes. 

It has a tapered, fluted stem adorned with acanthus leaf motifs, and a tiered, cast base. 

It features a lantern-form housing with textured, ornate panels and a scalloped edge. 

The item dates from around the 1920s and is considered a rare collector's item.

 Erhard & Söhne was a well-known German metalware manufacturer, and their lighters are sought after by collectors of vintage tobacciana. 

Selling as pictured.

More than welcome to pick up at shop in Butler PA & save shipping.

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