Bidspirit auction | RONSON 1936 Deco Mechanical Cigarette

RONSON 1936 Deco Mechanical Cigarette Dispenser Desk Box & Touch Tip Lighter - An exceptional and very decorative mechanical desk box, created in the city of Newark, New Jersey United States by The Ronson Metal Works Co. during the art deco period, back in the 1936. This is a very rare box designed by Frederick Kaupmann with geometric machine age patterns. It was crafted with parts made up in solid chrome steel. Embellished on top with a curved knob to lid on gunmetal base with black lacquer enamel, creating a great contrast to the brilliant steel and the interiors are finished with round brushed Florentine patterns. Weight: 2,267.67 Grams, (5 Pounds). Measurements: 205 mm by 120 mm by 104 mm (8.07 x 4.75 x 4.10 Inches). Marks: Stamped with the maker's mark and signed, ”FASHIONED BY RONSON NEWARK NJ RONSON TOUCH-TIP-US PATS DESIGN PAT BRITISH PAT APPL'D FOR-CANADA PAT ART METAL WORKS INC-NEWARK NJ USA” Condition: 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 very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is in great display condition with no damages or bends. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.