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MATCHBOX

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The background of the matchbox is yellow in color. Around the edge is a scroll in blue with a red flower in each corner on both top and bottom. In the center of the top is a circular openwork medallion in jade carved with a figure. On the bottom is a blue enamel medallion.

Object name:
MATCHBOX
Made from:
Enamel -- brass -- jade
Made in:
China
Date made:
20th c.
Size:
4 x 6 cm (1 9/16 x 2 3/8 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
15.218
Class:
ENAMEL
Signature marks:
MARK impressed on bottom: China
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973