Evans Cleafloat Lucite Aquarium Table Lighter

An unusual and highly decorative American Evans Clearfloat table lighter, dating from the 1950s, featuring a charming miniature underwater scene suspended within a clear Lucite body. The attractive multi-faceted transparent base contains a three-dimensional aquatic composition, depicting white coral-like formations, miniature seashells, aquatic plants and a sandy seabed. Mounted above is the original gold-tone Evans lighter mechanism, providing a pleasing contrast to the transparent body beneath. These distinctive American table lighters were produced during the post-war period, when transparent acrylics and novelty decorative accessories became increasingly fashionable. The Clearfloat technique allowed miniature decorative scenes and objects to appear suspended within a transparent body, creating a fascinating three-dimensional effect. The Evans Clearfloat range is particularly associated with imaginative mid-century designs, including nautical, automotive and other novelty subjects. An interesting example of 1950s American design, combining a functional gentleman's smoking accessory with the decorative appeal of a miniature aquarium. The lighter mechanism is in working condition cannot be guaranteed. See the video on this listing. DETAILS Maker: Evans / Clearfloat Material: Clear Lucite with gold-tone metal lighter mechanism Design: Miniature underwater aquarium scene A particularly eye-catching example of American mid-century decorative design, appealing to collectors of vintage lighters, Lucite objects, smoking accessories and unusual 1950s memorabilia.