Blue Firebird gas lighter

Front view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip. Side view of a gas lighter showing the curved shape. Front view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip. Rear view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip.
Front view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip. Side view of a gas lighter showing the curved shape. Front view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip. Rear view of a gas lighter showing the metal tip.

Description

This battery powered electronic Firebird gas lighter was designed by Guido Venturini for the Italian company Alessi in the 1990s for use with gas stoves and ovens. With reference to the erotic, its humorous design means it is appreciated as much for its form as its function.
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Inscriptions

moulded: "Alessi. Italy" (rear)

Object number

AIBDC : 001497

Date

1993

Country

Dimensions
Width
100mm
Height
270mm
Depth
40mm

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