This Vintage mid century smoking
set consists of a table lighter and large ashtray. Lacquer ware is usually made of wood, but the
weight is heavier, indicating ceramic or pottery. They are handpainted with a Japanese or
Asian theme over a dark red base, then finished with a glossy lacquer
coat. The lighter insert is brass and
marked ‘Japan’. The ashtray and lighter
base are not marked. The lighter has
been used and the flint appears good.
There is no fuel. Lighter
measures about 3” high, and is 2 ¼” square with rounded edges. The ashtray measures 8 7/8” square, also with
rounded corners. These are in wonderful
vintage condition with only very slight scratch marks and lacquer loss around
the the edges. Pieces are heavy for their size and priced
reflects condition.