Featured here is a torch from the 2016 Rio Summer Olympic Games. The following, referenced from a July 9, 2015 DisegnoDaily.com article, goes into detail on the design, aesthetics and relay from the Rio Games:
“São Paulo-based Chelles & Hayashi designed the 2016 Olympic
torch with an introduction of moving components: when the torch is
ignited, five segments automatically expand vertically to reveal
brightly colored resin sections, each symbolizing a different natural
element. The torch is made from two materials: recycled aluminum and
resin. It measures 63.5 cm when contracted and 69 cm when expanded, and
weighs around 1.5 lbs. As well as representing the colors of the
Brazilian flag, each of the resin segments symbolize natural elements
native to Brazil. The segments start with a deep, dark blue which
represents the ‘floor’, its wavy shape inspired by the curvature of
Copacabana’s shoreline, and then graduates to a lighter blue
representing the sea, then green for Brazil’s mountains and valleys and,
finally, the yellow of the sun. The torch features a grip embellished
with a triangular pattern to aid the torchbearers handle during the
relay. The triangular design also represents the three professed values
of the Olympics: friendship, respect and excellence. The flame will be
carried by 12,000 torchbearers through 300 towns and cities in Brazil, a
journey that lasts 100 days and culminates on August 5, 2016 at the
Olympic opening ceremonies in Rio de Janeiro.”
Torch was presented to us as used and shows very light use, with really only the top burner section showing any wear from the flame. The rest of the piece remains in immaculate condition. It comes in its original brown presentation box. (Note: these are difficult to close with the spring design of the torch.)