W-79-0224
English Export Papier-Mache Black Lacquer Hanging Matches Holder
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DETAILS
An antique English papier-mâché wall pocket or hanging matches holder. It is decorated with two figures fighting with swords. Made for export to the American market.
STYLE
Chinoiserie | Japonisme | Victorian
COLOR(S)
Black, gold
PLACE OF ORIGIN
England | United Kingdom
MAKER
Retailer: E.J. Lehmann's The Fair Store (State & Adams, Chicago, Illinois, 1874-1925) | Founder: Ernst Johan Lehmann (American, 1849-1900)
MARKS
Sticker (back): E.J. Lehmann / State & Adams
PERIOD
Queen Victoria (1837-1901) | Late 19th century
DATE
Circa 1880
DIMENSIONS
Width 4.25 Depth 2 Height 6 inches
CONDITION
Note: finial piece broken.
