Vesta case - matchbox, vesta case, matches - Brass - Optical double vision

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Antique brass vesta case dating from 1850–1900, with an optical double-image design depicting an old man and a rabbit, dimensions 6.7 × 3.7 × 1.3 cm, and a striking surface on top of the lid, in good used condition.

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Description from the seller

Both sides one
Old man's head (as in the stories of Charles Dickens)
And a rabbit (like the drawings of Lewis Carroll)

Striking surface for the matches on top of the hat

A Vesta case is the precursor to the lighter and the successor to the tinderbox.

Excellent condition, also for the hinge.

Shipping by registered mail (securely packed and insured) or pick up

Both sides one
Old man's head (as in the stories of Charles Dickens)
And a rabbit (like the drawings of Lewis Carroll)

Striking surface for the matches on top of the hat

A Vesta case is the precursor to the lighter and the successor to the tinderbox.

Excellent condition, also for the hinge.

Shipping by registered mail (securely packed and insured) or pick up

Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Optical double vision
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Brass
Model
matchbox, vesta case, matches
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6.7 cm
Width
3.7 cm
Depth
1.3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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