Object Details
Catalogue Status
Research in Progress
Description
In the shape of a knee-high boot with tassle hanging from front, rotating brass spur at heel. Lid on top, hinged at back. Interior appears to have compartment for recessed pencil. Striker on sole of boot at bottom.
Credit Line
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener
Date
late 19th century
Accession Number
1982-23-1165
Restrictions & Rights
CC0
Type
containers
Decorative Arts
Object Name
Matchsafe
Type
Matchsafe
Medium
Plated brass
Dimensions
6 x 4.2 x 2.3 cm (2 3/8 x 1 5/8 x 7/8 in. )
probably made in
USA
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Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum Collection
Product Design and Decorative Arts Department
Data Source
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
chndm_1982-23-1165