{"product_id":"vintage-austrian-cold-painted-spelter-table-lighter-match-striker-pheasant-form","title":"Vintage Austrian Cold Painted Spelter Table Lighter Match Striker Pheasant Form","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Austrian Cold Painted Spelter Table Lighter Match Striker Pheasant Form\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMid to early 20th century \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA superb Austrian cold painted spelter table lighter and match striker, finely modelled in the form of a detailed pheasant standing proudly beside a tree stump.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis decorative piece captures the naturalistic charm typical of early 20th century Austrian metalwork, with the pheasant rendered in lifelike detail and enhanced by traditional cold-painted colouring that brings depth and realism. The bird is shown in a poised standing position, creating a strong and elegant silhouette.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe accompanying tree stump serves both as a sculptural element and a functional match striker, designed to hold and strike matches as part of its original utilitarian purpose. This clever integration of form and function is characteristic of period smoking accessories.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe piece is mounted on a rectangular plinth base, providing a stable presentation while enhancing its decorative appeal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA highly collectible and visually striking object, this piece works beautifully as a desk, mantel or cabinet display item. It combines practical history with fine craftsmanship, making it a desirable example of Austrian cold painted spelter artistry.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: Height 20cm \/\/ Base is 31cm x 9.5cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: In good order with no loss or damage. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem no. 9050\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54143220580694,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/IMG_9376.jpg?v=1781005577","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/vintage-austrian-cold-painted-spelter-table-lighter-match-striker-pheasant-form","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}