Scrimshaw Style Lighter

Scrimshaw Style Lighter This is a stunning nautical image designed on Eco-Ivory resin. The Zippo lighter has a brushed chrome finish. Each lighter has a bottom stamp signifying the year it was made, is refillable. All Zippo windproof lighters are American made in Bradford, PA factory and come packaged in a gift box. The Zippo lighter is 2.24" x 1.51" x 0.59".  It weighs 2.04 oz. Fuel is not included.

The artwork was originally hand etched by Linda Layden. Linda Layden has been making beautiful works of art in the scrimshaw field for over 40 years. Originally a hobby that became a full time job.  Her work can be found in galleries and museums across the world.  A mold is made of the original piece and then an open cast pour of the resin mixture.  The pieces are removed from the mold and sanded and inked, then placed on their size appropriate findings.  

Linda Layden developed an interest in Scrimshaw after viewing a collection belonging to journalist Roger Hawthorne, who traveled with Admiral Bird on an expedition to Antarctica.  In 1971, after becoming interested in the whaling era and the natural materials used, she began making scrimshaw items for friends and family.  She specialized in wildlife and scenic motifs.  Soon after, her work was being commissioned by art lovers and collectors throughout the world.  

• Hand Etched Acrylic Resin Scrimshaw 
• Made in the USA! 
• Brushed Chrome Finish Zippo Lighter
• Nautical Design
• A portion of each sale goes to charities that help protect elephants