ROUND TIN AND MATCHBOX, 19TH CEN
Round tin and matchbox, 19th century. Horn matchbox in the shape of a book, carved and embossed with rural scenes and “God bless the peasantry.” One side with a hinged lid, one with a striking surface. Approx. 6.5 x 5 x 1.5 cm. 1 x round lidded box, 19th century, white horn (?). On the lid, relief decoration depicting gentlemen on running wheels. Minimally scuffed and dented; diameter 7.5 cm, height 2 cm
Round tin and matchbox, 19th century. Horn matchbox in the shape of a book, carved and embossed with rural scenes and “God bless the peasantry.” One side with a hinged lid, one with a striking surface. Approx. 6.5 x 5 x 1.5 cm. 1 x round lidded box, 19th century, white horn (?). On the lid, relief decoration depicting gentlemen on running wheels. Minimally scuffed and dented; diameter 7.5 cm, height 2 cm
