{"product_id":"vintage-cast-iron-drunk-man-hugging-lamp-post-bottle-opener-original-paint-wilton","title":"Vintage Cast Iron Drunk Man Hugging Lamp Post Bottle Opener Original Paint Wilton","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is an authentic vintage mid-century cast iron figural bottle opener featuring a top-hatted, tipsy gentleman tightly hugging a green streetlamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece features its original cold-painted finish, showcasing a dark coat, top hat, flesh tones, white collar, and bright yellow paneled lantern light resting atop a dark forest-green post. The reverse is hollow-cast and functions as a sturdy bottle cap opener using the leverage of the leaning figure's back and arm opening mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fantastic addition to any vintage barware setup, man cave, or figural bottle opener collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Details \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Figural Bottle Opener \/ Handheld Cap Lifter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drunk Man \/ Hobo Hugging Lamp Post\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra \/ Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mid-Century (Circa 1930s–1950s)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaker \/ Manufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Attributed to Wilton Products, Inc. (Wrightsville, PA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Painted Cast Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4\" Height x 2\" Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 161 grams (~5.7 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good Vintage Condition with honest age-appropriate wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Retains a strong percentage of original cold paint throughout. Displays light scattered paint loss, minor flaking, and surface oxidation consistent with handling and age, particularly along high-contact points, footwear, and the upper lantern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStructure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid, heavy casting with no breaks, cracks, repairs, or structural damage. Standing base rests flat and level. Original untouched patina preserved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthenticity Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This piece displays classic markers of authentic mid-20th-century American cast iron manufacture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasting Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid, heavy-for-size single-piece casting (161g) with smooth seam lines and clean detail around the figure's facial features, coat folds, and lantern panels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint Application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shows genuine hand-painted cold enamel over cast iron. The paint loss exhibits authentic micro-chipping along exposed relief edges rather than artificial tumbling or synthetic artificial aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface \u0026amp; Oxidation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural oxidation is visible on exposed iron underneath paint voids, without the telltale reddish spray-patina found on contemporary reproductions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-2f57ee6d-7fff-82be-768f-fdbf6eae9387\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFigural Cast Iron Bottle Openers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e FBOR (Figural Bottle Opener Collector's Guide reference documentation) \/ Jack Sullivan cataloging on Wilton Products castings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e See pages cataloging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWilton Products, Inc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Wrightsville, PA) novelty cap lifters. Listed under \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrunk \/ Lamp Post Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Wilton Pattern No. 10\/12 series).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping calculated by USPS\/UPS\/FedEx based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. However, as dedicated enthusiasts rather than professional appraisers or certified experts, we cannot offer guarantees on authenticity, age, origin, or precise valuation. We strongly recommend that buyers perform their own due diligence, including consulting reference materials or experts, and thoroughly examine the accompanying photographs. These images are an essential component of our listing and depict the item's actual condition, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections consistent with its antique nature. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and form their own assessment on condition, description and authenticity before purchasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll items have signs of wear commensurate with age and usage. The lack of statement regarding condition does not imply that the item is in perfect condition or free from any and all defects. 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Our utmost focus is on customer satisfaction, and we'll do everything in our power to ensure every transaction is smooth, transparent, and positive for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Light and Legacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50486921199659,"sku":"1427","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/5379\/5371\/files\/20260915_215353.jpg?v=1790264759","url":"https:\/\/thelightandlegacy.com\/products\/vintage-cast-iron-drunk-man-hugging-lamp-post-bottle-opener-original-paint-wilton","provider":"Light and Legacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}