Matchbox case
Category
Objets de vertu
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal and enamel
Measurements
27 x 80 mm; 50 mm (Length)
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 14297
Summary
Enamelled metal matchbox case decorated on top with pink ribbon bow and long streamers. On front sides and along botttom swag of green leaves and pink round baubles; in blue on back 'Bedroom' ; chain of yellow in centre beads round outside; in corners leaves in round blue containers. Oval holes on long sides and open at end.
Provenance
purchase from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters