A. & P. Bar Matchbook Cover
Date1940s
Mediumlithograph on paper; red phosphorus, powdered glass, and adhesive (striking surface)
Dimensions4 1/2 × 1 1/2 in. (11.4 × 3.8 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Nancy Tucker
Object numberPC2019.26.27
DescriptionThis matchbook does not contain matches. When closed, on the front and printed on a white background in blue lettering are the words "A. &. P. BAR/Stores No. 1/911 S. Second St./501 E. Central/Albuquerque, New Mexico/CIRO CHIORDI, Prop./BEFORE LIGHTING CLOSE COVER." On the reverse, there is an illustration (white on a blue background) of a liquor bottle, a highball glass full of ice cubes, citrus halves, and a cocktail spoon. Next to the illustration are the words "LIQUORS/WINES/IMPORTED & DOMESTIC."On View
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