S.T. DUPONT / Shanghai Ligne 2 Lighter

Shanghai Limited Edition Ligne 2 Lighter / 016088

• Adorned with decorative elements inspired by both Art Deco and Chinese culture, the products of this limited edition demonstrate the magnificent skills of S.T. Dupont’s master lacquer workers and precious metal smiths. Gold dust intensifies the brilliance of the pale gold on the intense black lacquer. On the Lighter , waves adorn the base a traditional motif in Chinese culture – are combined to a contemporary yet poetic design that is evocative of rain. In Chinese culture, the number 8 is considered to be a talisman of good fortune. for that reason, eight citrine gemstones of the sun’s color have been set by hand in the lighter. Like a seal, a Chinese character representing good fortune hallmarks this unique lighter.

In the 1920’s, Shanghai, which was also known as “the Pearl of the Orient”, was the scene of tremendous cultural blossoming which contributed to its mythical aura. At that time, Shanghai, which was one of the few ports in China that were open to the outside world, had become a flourishing financial and artistic center. Europeans, Russians, Japanese and Americans mixed with the Chinese in what was a cosmopolitan, vibrant society. This fascinating blend of cultures created a city whose streets and buildings combined aspects of neogothic, Art Deco, Victorian and neoclassical style in an atmosphere that was unique in the world.

The Limited Edition Shanghai, Dupont pays homage to the elegance and charm of Shanghai and the work of the European designers of the 1930s. The collection demonstrates the magnificent skills of S.T. Dupont’s master lacquerers and goldsmiths. Gold dust intensifies the brilliance of the pale gold and deep black lacquer.

The oversize President fountain pen, rollerball and Line 2 lighter feature motifs of traditional waves and stylized rain. As the Chinese consider the number 8 – a sign of good luck, eight citrine gemstones have been set by hand into each item, which are limited to 1088 pieces.

For the first time, a black lacquered wooden box magnifies all the products of this limited edition. It is decorated with a frieze on the 4 sides of the box and signed with the Shanghai limited edition and the S.T. Dupont logo in pale gold. A metallic pale gold plate is engraved with the numbering and S.T. Dupont logo for the lighter and writing instruments.

The interior is sheathed with imperial gold shiny satin. The literature is harmonious with the colors of the packaging.

Taking luxury and refinement still further, S.T. Dupont has created an exclusive Diamante level with an exceptional and rare lighter. They combine an engraved piece in solid white gold set with sparkling diamonds, celadon green lacquer and a mixture of jades and alexandrites – stones that symbolize power. These two items are produced in a very limited number.

This unique limited edition Shanghai lighter is numbered out of 1088 – to bring good luck.