We found 11 results from the Collection

in objects where the query is * and the department_id is 35347497 and the medium_id is 35431485 and the type_id is 35287419 and the width is lt5 and the height is 5-10 and the depth is lt5 that have images. The results are sorted in descending order by date last photographed.

Search Results

Oblong, curved sides and corners, featuring overall incised, decorative scroll pattern, front reveals coin compartment hidden beneath cover located at lower half, hinged at center, with thumb catch at bottom, stamps may be stored on underside of compartment cover; revealed when matchsafe lid is opened at top are 2 long metal cylinders vertically recessed inside (possibly for pencil and toothpick), reverse of box has same overall decorative pattern with open, circular reserve at center, link on side. Lid hinged on side. Striker recessed in top of lid.

with Coin and Stamp Compartment Matchsafe, ca. 1890
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1214

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 15, 2015.

In the form of a cicada, with bulging eyes on head, large veined wings, and ribbed body. Reverse features underside of insect, textured belly probably intended as striker. Head serves as lid, hinged on reverse (underside) allowing it to open by flipping back.

Cicada Matchsafe, late 19th century
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1311

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 15, 2015.

Oblong, 8 sided box, with continuous raised scroll work and floral ornament on all sides, front features superimposed Eiffel Tower on decorated field. Thin, flat lid hinged on upper right. Striker recessed in bottom.

Eiffel Tower Matchsafe, ca. 1900
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-442

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 15, 2015.

Black Cat Cigarettes

Matchsafe (USA), after 1904
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-6

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

In the form of a champagne bottle, the body silver color, the wrapped cork and neck brass , the label brass: inscribed "Louis Roederere, Reims". Base of bottle neck (lid) hinged at back. Striker on bottle bottom.

Louis Roederere Champagne Matchsafe, ca. 1890
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-13

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

Rectangular, curved top and bottom, featuring raised decoration of rancher on horse in open field with buffalo and mountains in background, rancher has roped a buffalo in foreground, above inscribed "Souvenir of Buffalo, N.Y."; reverse features 2 adult and 1 baby deer in wooded area, with lake and mountains in background. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

"Souvenir of Buffalo, N.Y." Matchsafe, ca. 1904
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-723

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

Rectangular, curved top, bottom, and sides, featuring bulldog's head inside jagged or torn edged reserve, inscribed on lid above "Here is your Match", identical on front and reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

"Here Is Your Match" Matchsafe, late 19th century
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-763

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

Rectangular, curved corners and sides, the front inscribed "CHAs BAKER & Cos Stores, Match & Pin Box, Price Two Pence, 271 to 274 High Holborn, 41 & 43 Ludgate Hill, 137 to 140 Tottenham Court Rd St. [T.Turner's manufacturer's trademark stamped on lower left; Rd. 26844 on lower right.] Reverse inscribed "Gentlemens & Boys Superior Clothing, Hosiery, Shirts, Hats, Boots & C. 25 Per Cent Under Usual London Prices to Keep Pace with the Civil Service Stores." Interior match container revealed when inscribed exterior sheath is pulled open at side; both exterior and interior pivot on attached pin at bottom center. Striker recessed on side.

"Charles Baker & Company's Stores: Match & Pin Box" Matchsafe, ca. 1885
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-1

This object was made by Thomas Turner & Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

Rectangular, curved corners, featuring raised decoration of 3/4 view of 3-storied building, with consecutive arched windows, pediment, and spire, inscribed "Faneuil Hall, Boston, Mass.", reverse features obelisk, inscribed "Bunker Hill Monument, Boston, Mass." Both front and reverse decoration on metal panels that may be removed or exchanged. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Faneuil Hall, Boston Matchsafe, ca. 1910
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-826

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

In the form of a pair of women's bloomers, featuring simulated creases and lace cuffs. Lid on top. Striker on lid.

Bloomers Matchsafe, late 19th century
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-72

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on January 6, 2015.

"Recommend and Always Use Dr. Lovelace's Family Soap"

Matchsafe, ca. 1900
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-25

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.
It was most recently photographed on November 21, 2014.