Matchbox Holder
Dateca. 1900
Mediumcardboard, paper, felt, plastic, glue
Dimensions1/2 × 3 1/2 × 3 1/2 in. (1.3 × 8.9 × 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Ward Alan and Shirley Jolly Minge
Object numberPC2005.4.8.1
DescriptionThis decorative matchbox holder is rectangular and features an intricate handmade design. The exterior is covered in deep purple fabric with a gold scalloped border. The top is adorned with a raised embellishment consisting of a woven pattern made from toothpicks, small pink-tinted wooden pieces, and a central translucent purple cabochon. The holder contains two sliding drawers, each holding wooden matches with red tips, and is fitted with small pink pearl-like knobs.On View
Not on view
ca. 1955
ca. 1915
ca. 1950
1900
