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In the shape of a cylindrical pump, inscribed "The Boyer" on one side, "Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co., Chicago, Ill." inscribed on the opposite side. Upper part or handle opens as lid, hinged on back. Small striker on bottom tip.

Pump, inscribed "The Boyer. Chicago Pneumatic Tool Co." Matchsafe, ca. 1890
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-1233

This object was made by Barstow & Williams.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.

Oblong, with curves and counter-curves around perimeter, featuring raised decoration of female golfer in hat and long dress at tee, on grass course, with building and hills in background, c and s-scroll edges and flower at top center of lid. Lid hinged at side. Striker at bottom.

Female Golfer Matchsafe, ca. 1895
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-722

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, with undulating curves on lid's uppermost edge, as well as where lid's seam meets the case body. Lid adorned with central, raised shell form, flanked by watery, nautilus-like swirls. Body features highly sculpted, relief work of a nude water nymph riding a horse amid roiling waves. Reverse of lid features same decoration as lid front. Reverse body unadorned except for a sprig of seaweed that falls downward from lid's seam, over left side of box, as well as an elaborate, intertwined monogram (possibly CK). Lid hinged on side. Slightly curved and protruding striker on bottom.

Water Nymph and Horse Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-201

This object was made by Whiting Manufacturing. Co..
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded sides and corners with irregular curves and counter-curves along four sides, upper portion of box wider than lower, with lid slanted on the diagonal; box features neo-rococo, repoussé decoration with c-scrolls, flowers and two cupids above a cartouche; reverse features no decoration except an irregularly shaped reserve inscribed "Beth to Ceph, Xmas '96"; reverse side also concave in form. Lid hinged on side. Slightly concave striker on bottom.

Cupids and Scroll Work Matchsafe, ca. 1896
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-426

This object was made by Unger Brothers.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, curved sides, top and bottom, featuring raised decoration of Native American Indian motifs, central reserve displays feathered headdress, necklace strung with animal's teeth, arrowhead at bottom center, flanked by 2 tomahawks, lid features smaller necklace and other motifs, monogram inscribed on central reserve; reverse features Native American's face in central reserve with identical surrounding decoration. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.

Native American Motifs Matchsafe, ca. 1910
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1395

This object was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, with asymmetrical curved sides and corners, featuring abstract snail motifs, one snail with antennae on lower left corner, has attached wavy tendrils that move up case body. Second snail coiled at front end of lid, has several wavy tendrils that extend toward hinge side. Upper parts of case has mottled, hammered surface. Ornament identical on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Snail motifs Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1364

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, with rounded corners, vertical sides curved, featuring winged, nude female: she is poised, legs slightly bent, on lily pads, framed by flower and leafy tendrils. Her hair flows beneath her waist, wings resemble dragonfly's wings, two insect-like antennae on top of her head. Reverse surface has undulating curves but is undecorated. Lid hinged on side. Striker recessed into bottom.

Winged female Matchsafe, ca. 1904
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-285

This object was made by Unger Brothers.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, with relief decoration on lid of winged scarabs, stylized lotus blossoms, and other Egyptian motifs on body; plain reserve of irregular hexagonal shape, monogram incised in reverse reserve. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Neo-Egyptian Motifs Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1353

This object was made by Watrous Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded corners and sides, featuring an overall ground of simulated alligator skin, on top of which are superimposed silver coins; front features quarter dollar coin on lower right, with American eagle, inscribed United States of America, smaller coin on lid at upper left with worn image of a seated Lady Liberty, dated 1853 below; reverse features larger coin on lower right with image of a seated Lady Liberty, dated 1877 below, small dime on lid at upper left. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom

Coins on Simulated Alligator Skin Matchsafe, 1888
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-274

This object was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Vices Theme, with Woman Smoking Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-358

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

In the form of a Bodhisattva, draped in loose clothing, seated on a lotus flower and assuming the Lotus position for meditation, with arms resting on crossed legs, thumb and forefinger of each hand forming a circle in front; head and shoulders (lid) open to right. Striker on bottom.

Seated Bodhisattva Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-210

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, with curves and counter-curves along ornate perimeter, featuring raised decoration of female equestrian on horse, jumping over wooden fence, tree and grass in foreground and background, scene is framed by elaborate scroll work, lid features fox head with scroll work surround; reverse features variation on decorative scroll work frame, scroll work on lid as well, reserve empty except for incised initials "J.C.L." Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Hunting Scene with Female Equestrian Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1328

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, curved corners and sides, featuring over-all raised decoration of assorted shells on body and lid, including snail, mussel, clam, and conch shells, identical on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Assorted Shells Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1413

This object was made by George W. Shiebler & Co..
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangle form with bulging sides and flared corners. The front has a plain silver surface with illusionary relief scene of head of hairy dog peering through ripped hole in safe. Dog is smoking with smoke trails off to right side.

Matchsafe (USA), early 20th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-217

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, with curved sides, top and bottom, featuring raised decoration of oversized champagne goblet with image of female's face visible inside, goblet sits on table with large, table-top matchsafe, and burning cigar at table's edge, smoke swirls fill background and extend into lid where there is a champagne bottle and cooked poultry. Reverse slightly concave. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Vices Theme, with Large Goblet Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-245

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, with rounded corners, featuring depiction of Native American man in feathered head dress. Reverse features no decoration except for an elaborate incised monogram (RR ?). Lid (upper section of box) hinged on side. Striker recessed into bottom.

Native American Man Matchsafe, ca. 1904
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-282

This object was made by Unger Brothers.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, with curves and counter curves around perimeter, featuring raised decoration of a 3/4 view of courting couple, she in hat and long dress with full sleeves and small hat, holding bicycle handle bars, he stands at left, behind her, leaning on bicycle, with cap in hand, suit, vest and tie, trees in background, elaborate surround of alternating c-scrolls, small flowers in bottom corners, lid features 2 birds on branch, with c-scroll surround, reverse unadorned except for c-scrolls. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recess on bottom.

Courting Couple Matchsafe, ca. 1895
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-731

This object was made by Simons Bros. & Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, with incised decoration in the aesthetic style: rectangular reserve in upper right corner features owl on branch, same rectangular reserve overlaps circular reserve on lower left, which features heron standing among water lilies and cat tails, all set against background of alternating narrow and wide diagonal bands, the wide bands decorated with fine, alternating stippled and swirling lines. Reverse features on upper left empty reserve shaped like a parallelogram with small fan motif in lower left corner, it overlaps circular reserve on lower right with perching birds ornament, all decoration on same ground of alternating bands as front. Lid hinged on side. Lozenge shaped striker on bottom.

Aesthetic Style with Birds Matchsafe, 1887–88
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-24

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Female Playing Badminton Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-356

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oval, with upper and lower of left and right sides cinched slightly, featuring raised decoration of a pair of quails and lily flowers, all framed by double band of petal-like ornament. Reverse features rooster and hen among floral decoration. Lid hinged on side. Striker incised on bottom.

Quail and Floral Decoration Matchsafe, ca. 1886
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-43

This object was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, with irregular curved sides conforming to shape of coiled rattlesnake, its mouth open, fangs displayed, fork-tongue extended, rattle at end of tail, overall raised scale texture to simulate snake skin, identical decoration on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.

Coiled Rattlesnake Matchsafe, ca. 1890
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-123

This object was made by William B. Kerr & Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved sides, rounded corners, featuring raised decoration of Gibson Girl with upswept hair and low cut dress, leaning forward to smell roses in small vase on table top, identical decoration on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Gibson Girl and Flowers Matchsafe, ca. 1895
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1251

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular, curved corners, sides, top and bottom curved and cinched at several points, featuring female mask with long hair and long, stylized tendrils, all framed by stylized, intertwined ribbon-like ornament. Reverse features open, central reserve with monogram GMM, all framed by series of attenuated lily flowers. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Female Mask with Tendrils Matchsafe, ca. 1905
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1252

This object was made by F.S. Gilbert.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, with rounded corners and sides, featuring raised decoration of cowboy on bucking horse, reins in his left hand, whip in raised right hand, to left is hat flying off his head. Reverse side undecorated. Hinge on side. Striker on bottom.

Cowboy Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1320

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, with rounded corners and hammered surface. Front features applied sprig of foliage on body, above which are initials (F. L.?) incised in stylized, Asian inspired font, applied butterfly on lid. Reverse features applied palm fronds on body, applied crab on lid. Chain attached to lid. Lid hinged on side. Striker incised on bottom.

Asian Motifs Matchsafe, ca. 1885
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-205

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, featuring 3 raised, stylized poppies, with long, intertwining stems, reverse undecorated, a single, continuous groove on all four sides, lid hinged on left, striker on bottom.

Stylized Poppies Matchsafe, 1900–10
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-327

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, with rounded corners, featuring alternating, applied, diagonal bands of bead and leaf ornament, a horizontal band of bead and flower motifs directly beneath, as well as intersecting horizontal bands of bead and spiral motifs at opposite mid-section. All ornament wraps around box body. Undecorated surfaces are slightly mottled. Hinge located on lower corner so that box opens on the diagonal, seperating the bead, leaf, and flower ornament from the bead and spiral. When opened, an unadorned, interior match container is revealed, also attached at corner hinge, so that it may swing from side to side. Striker attached to one side of interior container.

in Aesthetic Style with Diagonal Opening Matchsafe, ca. 1875
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-370

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

In the form of a wooden barrel, with simulated wood grain; the head of woman smoking is seen in relief through jagged edged, open reserve in center. Upper part of barrel hinged on left. Striker on bottom.

Woman in Barrel Smoking Matchsafe, ca. 1895
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-36

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded sides and corners, featuring raised decoration of 3 seated monkeys, with hands over mouth, ears, and eyes, inscribed beneath each respectively "Speak No Evil", "See No Evil", "Hear No Evil", all framed by decorative cartouche. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

"Speak No Evil, See No Evil, Hear No Evil" Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-84

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded corners, curved sides, featuring raised decoration of 2 stacked globes, the top inscribed "World's Columbian", the bottom inscribed "Exposition 1892", both set against foliate backdrop of oak and laurel leaves. Reverse features oblong wreath of oak and laurel leaves on unadorned background. Lid hinged on side. Striker recessed in groove on bottom.

World's Columbian Exposition Matchsafe, 1892
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1429

This object was made by F.M. Whiting.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, curved top, bottom and corners, sides slightly indented just above center, featuring raised decoration of running couple in loose, flowing garments, each holding end of billowing cloth above their heads, he has arm clasped around her waist, all framed by scroll work. Reverse features inscribed monogram and scroll work near edges. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

"The Storm" Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-385

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the shape of a shoe or ankle boot, the body composed of decorative, scrolling, lacy, filigree motifs, incised decoration on solid lid at top. Loop at back above heel. Lid hinged at top. Striker on front sole at bottom.

Filigree Shoe Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-70

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Oblong, curved sides and corners, featuring raised decoration of upside-down octopus on body, starfish on lid, monogram "MR" on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Octopus and Sea Star Matchsafe, ca. 1880
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-476

This object was made by George W. Shiebler & Co..
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded corners, curved top, with raised curves and counter curves on perimeter and where lid's bottom edge meets the box body. Central reserve features image of a train inside the Wall Street station tunnel, above which "Subway N.Y." is inscribed. Inscribed on reverse reserve is the mongram "WCP" or "WCG". Lid hinged on left. Slightly concave striker on bottom.

"Subway N.Y." Matchsafe, ca. 1904
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1426

This object was made by T. S. Gilbert.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved top and bottom, featuring raised ornament that simulates fishing line, hook and sinkers wrapped around a reel, line extends from front to reverse of box. Lid hinged on side. Matches most likely intended to be struck on textured side of box

Fishing Reel Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-486

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.

Oblong, with rounded corners, sloping sides, curved top and bottom, featuring stylized, intertwined tendrils in abstract motif, identical on both front and reverse. Lid hinged on side. Metal pinched and grooved on front and reverse at bottom to form striker.

Stylized Tendrils Matchsafe, ca. 1905
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-354

This object was made by F.S. Gilbert.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 2 images of this object.