Matchbox Collection

Bryant and May safety match matchbox label
Bryant and May special safety match matchbox label with prize medals and stating protection from fire and are not poisonous Date: c. 1910s

Old Japanese Matchbox label of a cat playing with a lion made in Japan for the Chinese market Date: c. 1910s

Old Japanese Matchbox label with a camel made by Tokushima-Seisuisho in Japan Date: c. 1910s

Old Japanese Matchbox label with a sailing boat made by Meikousha in Hiogo (Hyogo) in Japan for the Swedish market Date: c. 1910s

1972 Surtees TS10 Formula 2 racing car

Advertisement for the Albert Combination Match-Box, 19th century
5309096 Advertisement for the Albert Combination Match-Box, 19th century; (add.info.: Advertisement for the Albert Combination Match-Box. Dated 19th century 01/02/1880); Universal History Archive/UIG

Advertisement for Bryant & May's Patent Safety Matches, 19th century
5309095 Advertisement for Bryant & May's Patent Safety Matches, 19th century; (add.info.: Advertisement for Bryant & May's Patent Safety Matches)

Charles Sauria, inventor of the phosphoric friction matches, c.1900-1910 (chromo)
1790239 Charles Sauria, inventor of the phosphoric friction matches, c.1900-1910 (chromo); (add.info.: Charles Sauria (1812-1895)

Still Life with Pipe and Matches, 1858 (oil on fabric)
XOS5879734 Still Life with Pipe and Matches, 1858 (oil on fabric) by Decamps, Alexandre Gabriel (1803-60); 63x38 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Candlelight Tango
Christophe Kiciak

forgive me
Alejo Gonzalez

Match Box, c. 1941. Creator: Ardella Watkins
Match Box, c. 1941

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creators: Julius Bellamy, Jack Staloff
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe "Vestibule", c. 1940. Creator: Julius Bellamy. Match Safe "Vestibule", c. 1940
Match Safe "Vestibule", c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1939. Creator: Julius Bellamy
Match Safe, c. 1939

Match Holder, c. 1940. Creator: Julius Bellamy
Match Holder, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1939. Creator: Julius Bellamy
Match Safe, c. 1939

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Julius Bellamy
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1939. Creator: Jack Staloff
Match Safe, c. 1939

Match Safe, c. 1939. Creator: Helen Hobart
Match Safe, c. 1939

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Helen Hobart
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Container, c. 1937. Creator: Evelyn Bailey
Match Container, c. 1937

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Amelia Tuccio
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creators: Amelia Tuccio, Gordon Sanborn
Match Safe, c. 1940

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

advertising, match labels with advertising, international labels from: Belgium, Great Britain, Netherlands, advertising for coffee, cigarette, briquettes etc

advertising, household, match label, trademark Darby & Joan, Ideal for the home and the smoker, ADDITIONAL-RIGHTS-CLEARANCE-INFO-NOT-AVAILABLE Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

Chemical match dealer. There is the chemical merchant. around 1819 (print)
8600295 Chemical match dealer. There is the chemical merchant. around 1819 (print) by French School, (19th century); 42.5x32.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "The small street trades)

Lit match and star
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Silver gilt matchbox holder, Nayler Brothers
ICONS OF THE 20th CENTURY: Duke and Duchess of Windsor Collection: A superb silver-gilt matchbox holder, Nayler Brothers, London, 1937 plain rectangular form, engraved with the cypher of Edward

Three Submarines Safety Matches, made in Germany

Call Boy Impregnated Safety Matches, average 50 matches

Still Life, They also serve who only stand and wait, WW1
Still Life, They also serve who only stand and wait - George Robinson, Special Constable. Date: circa 1916

White Star Line, RMS Olympic - Big Ship matchbox
White Star Line, RMS Olympic - Bryant and May matchbox, The Big Ship Route to United States and Canada. 2.5 inches. Date: 20th century

Pencil and Pipe, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427843 Pencil and Pipe, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x25.4 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

Shaving brush and matches, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427832 Shaving brush and matches, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x7.6 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

Red squirrels standing in snow on dynamite with matches
Red Squirrel standing in snow on dynamite with matches Date: 02-01-2021

Red squirrels standing in snow and on dynamite
Red Squirrel is standing in snow and on dynamite Date: 02-01-2021

Red squirrel standing in snow climbing in dynamite
Eekhoorn, Red Squirrel is standing in snow climbing in dynamite Date: 02-01-2021

Red squirrel standing in snow holding dynamite with great tit on it
Eekhoorn, Red Squirrel is standing in snow holding dynamite with great tit on it Date: 31-12-2020

Match Box, c. 1939. Creator: John H. Tercuzzi
Match Box, c. 1939

Match Safe, Denmark, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Match Safe, Denmark, c. 1830

Match Safe, Denmark, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Match Safe, Denmark, c. 1850

Book-Shaped Match Safe, Netherlands, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Book-Shaped Match Safe, Netherlands, c. 1880

Book-Shaped Match Safe, England, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Book-Shaped Match Safe, England, c. 1880

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"Exploring the World Through Matchbox Labels: A Journey of Art and History" Step into a world of captivating artistry and historical significance with matchbox labels. These tiny treasures offer glimpses into different cultures, iconic moments, and even racing legends. Transport yourself to old Japan as you admire an enchanting label featuring a mischievous cat playing fearlessly with a mighty lion. The delicate brushstrokes capture the essence of bravery and playfulness in perfect harmony. Marvel at the Bryant and May safety match matchbox label, showcasing their commitment to ensuring safety while igniting flames. This vintage design reminds us of the importance of caution amidst fiery passions. Embark on an exotic adventure through another Japanese label adorned by a majestic camel. Symbolizing resilience and endurance, this artwork transports us to vast desert landscapes where survival is key. Feel the wind in your hair as you set sail on a journey depicted on an old Japanese matchbox label featuring a graceful sailing boat. Let your imagination wander across endless oceans as you embrace the spirit of exploration. Rev up your engines with the 1972 Surtees TS10 Formula 2 racing car showcased on yet another remarkable label. Admire its sleek lines and powerful presence that epitomize speed, adrenaline, and precision engineering. Discover elegance in simplicity with Nayler Brothers' silver gilt matchbox holder—a testament to craftsmanship that adds sophistication to any setting. Its timeless beauty shines bright like matches ready for ignition. Travel further still to Germany where Three Submarines Safety Matches were crafted—symbols of reliability submerged beneath layers of innovation. Trust these matches when darkness falls; they will light up your path without fail. Experience passion ignited within Call Boy Impregnated Safety Matches—an emblematic blend between fire's warmth and love's spark that illuminates hearts during intimate moments shared between souls aflame. Pause for reflection before "Still Life, " inspired by WW1's poignant quote: "They also serve who only stand and wait.