Bidspirit auction | Rare Antique Eldred Countertop Gas

Rare Antique Eldred Countertop Gas Cigar Lighter - Rare Eldred Antique Countertop Gas Cigar Lighter, manufactured by the Eldred Mfg Co, Chicago, IL, 1900-1920s, used in taverns, saloons and tobacco shops, Art Nouveau cast metal statuette of a seated classic figure, long, pull handle down, triangular steel tooth snaps across the flint next to the gasoline-soaked cotton wick, opens the gas valve which increases the flame so customer can light cigar, secured to a heavily detailed footed base, stamp on handle reads ”USE GASOLINE ONLY”, ”OUR SPECIAL PAT. MAR. 7, 93-JULY 10, 94”, and ”ELDRED MFG CO, CHICAGO, ILL”, stamp on back reads ”FRANCE”, stamp on her foot is #965”, iron and brass components show dark patina and light oxidation, mechanical arm intact, sculpture in excellent shape, no missing toes or fingers, shows minor wear, tiny finish loss specks, good condition, see photos.20 1/2” x 8” x 8”