Matchbox holder - .833 silver - Matchbox Holder
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Antique matchbox holder in white glazed ceramic with a silver (.833) mount and lid, decorated with cobalt blue and gold accents, dating from circa 1910–1920, measuring 12 cm high, 8 cm wide, 8 cm deep and weighing 400 g, originating from the Netherlands and in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Antique Ceramic Sulfur Match Holder / Lucifer Holder – Silver & Gold Decor – With Striking Surface – circa 1920
A charming and functional antique sulfur match holder in the shape of a miniature jug with a handle. This object used to sit on the mantelpiece or smoking table.
The body is made of white glazed earthenware/ceramics, decorated with a cobalt blue band and gold trim. A special detail is the underside: it features concentric rings that serve as a striking surface for matches.
It stands on three ball feet and is finished with a second-grade silver mount and lid with chased flower motifs.
Type: Matchbox holder / Matchstick box with ironing surface.
Material: Ceramics/Pottery & Silver (.833).
Decor: cobalt blue with gold accents.
Certification mark: Dutch 'Zwaardje' on the frame.
Dimensions: Height approximately 12 centimeters.
Dating: circa 1910 – 1930.
Condition & Damage report
The object is in a used, antique condition.
Ceramics: Nice, no cracks or chips. The glazing on the underside is clearly visible. The gold lines are worn (faded) from use.
Silver: The silver lid is 'damaged'. The lower edge of the lid is fragile and missing some pieces/fragments. Despite these defects on the edge, the lid still closes well and the mechanism functions properly.
Hinge: original and functional
See the photos for a good impression of the condition and the wear to the silver; these are an integral part of the description.
Logistics
Carefully packed and shipped with track & trace.
Antique Ceramic Sulfur Match Holder / Lucifer Holder – Silver & Gold Decor – With Striking Surface – circa 1920
A charming and functional antique sulfur match holder in the shape of a miniature jug with a handle. This object used to sit on the mantelpiece or smoking table.
The body is made of white glazed earthenware/ceramics, decorated with a cobalt blue band and gold trim. A special detail is the underside: it features concentric rings that serve as a striking surface for matches.
It stands on three ball feet and is finished with a second-grade silver mount and lid with chased flower motifs.
Type: Matchbox holder / Matchstick box with ironing surface.
Material: Ceramics/Pottery & Silver (.833).
Decor: cobalt blue with gold accents.
Certification mark: Dutch 'Zwaardje' on the frame.
Dimensions: Height approximately 12 centimeters.
Dating: circa 1910 – 1930.
Condition & Damage report
The object is in a used, antique condition.
Ceramics: Nice, no cracks or chips. The glazing on the underside is clearly visible. The gold lines are worn (faded) from use.
Silver: The silver lid is 'damaged'. The lower edge of the lid is fragile and missing some pieces/fragments. Despite these defects on the edge, the lid still closes well and the mechanism functions properly.
Hinge: original and functional
See the photos for a good impression of the condition and the wear to the silver; these are an integral part of the description.
Logistics
Carefully packed and shipped with track & trace.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
400 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Matchbox Holder
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
Earthenware, Silver
Colour
Blue, Silver, White
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated Period
1910-1920
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