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Baier German 1947 Army Truck Lighter Cigarette Holder And Ashtray In Aluminum

$920per set
$1,150per set20% Off
£703.39per set
£879.24per set20% Off
€810.16per set
€1,012.70per set20% Off
CA$1,289.20per set
CA$1,611.50per set20% Off
A$1,439.27per set
A$1,799.09per set20% Off
CHF 754.16per set
CHF 942.70per set20% Off
MX$17,618.11per set
MX$22,022.64per set20% Off
NOK 9,577.81per set
NOK 11,972.26per set20% Off
SEK 9,030.65per set
SEK 11,288.32per set20% Off
DKK 6,046.32per set
DKK 7,557.90per set20% Off

About the Item

Army Truck Lighter, Cigarette case & ashtray by Walter Baier Company. Beautiful large sized aluminum lighter by Baier in the shape of a jeep with a trailer . These wonderful and novel pieces were made very soon after the end of the world war II in Germany. This type of product was built from leftover pieces of munitions and military wares by, predominantly by soldiers recently back from the front lines, now looking to take on a new form of employment. They are essentially what is known as "Trench Art", except, rather than being made by service men and women whilst off the front lines, these were made at the Walter Baier Company factory. It is fueled with lighter fluid, and are filled via the underneath. This larger version, also have the original ashtray 'trailer', and has a cigarette compartment hidden in the roof of the Jeep. To activate the lighter automation, you just have to move any door knob downwards. Very decorative and surely a great conversation piece. You don't need to smoke to display this item in your desk, a great memento piece from the world war II. Near Mint Condition, with no trace of use. Materials: Aluminum. acrylic and black rubber. Weight: 712.40 Grams, (1.57 Pounds). Measurements: 70 mm by 77 mm x 235 mm (2.75 x 3.04 x 9.25 Inches). Signatures: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed, "W. BAIER MADE IN GERMANY GES GESCH". Patents Rights: USA 154359, Germany 03551, Swiss 12288. Note: This piece is empty of any flammable, gas or butane substances and is ready to be ship by any carrier. Condition: The overall condition of this piece is exceptional. Beside the little normal wear, there are no missing parts and are properly function. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D101023MROJ/.4327
  • Creator:
    Walter Baier Company (Manufacturer),Walter Baier Company (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.04 in (7.73 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1947
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this piece is exceptional. Beside the little normal wear, there are no missing parts and are properly function. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D101023MROJ/.43271stDibs: LU8303236623632

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