This unique pyrogen is a reproduction of those found throughout Europe (and in particular - France) in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. At that time, it was common to see a matchstrike sitting on a bistro table or bar. Upper cylindrical container was used to hold the matches. the rippled/rough surface on the side (or base) was used to strike and light the match.
They're a charming gift or addition to your own home, and can be used to hold a variety of objects aside from matches, such as cocktail sticks on your dining table.
Presented in a gift box with a box of strike anywhere matches.
Please note safety matches cannot be used with the Matchstrike.
 
Made of porcelain.
Measures 8.6 cm in height x 8.8 cm in diameter.
Hand-painted lines and accents.