Match safe

Object/Artifact

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Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

Match safe

Entry/Object ID

MP.93.312

Description

Black match safe with gilded trim and scalloped match holder: round striking area above match holder; two holes at top and bottom for hanging.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Diameter

4-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)

Material

Tinned sheet iron

Condition

Notes

Remarks: Details of condition: Gold trim wearing off. Scratches indicate frequent use. Scalloped match holder bent. Back scratched.

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Warming Kitchen, First Floor