Matchboxes Collection

Bryant and May safety match matchbox label
Bryant and May special safety match matchbox label with prize medals and stating protection from fire and are not poisonous Date: c. 1910s

Old Japanese Matchbox label of a cat playing with a lion made in Japan for the Chinese market Date: c. 1910s

Old Japanese Matchbox label with a camel made by Tokushima-Seisuisho in Japan Date: c. 1910s

Cricket field, Bournville, Birmingham (chromolitho)
7172124 Cricket field, Bournville, Birmingham (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket field, Bournville, Birmingham)

Old Japanese Matchbox label with a sailing boat made by Meikousha in Hiogo (Hyogo) in Japan for the Swedish market Date: c. 1910s

Matchmakers / London / 1871
Female matchmakers working in the East-End of London

advertising, match labels with advertising, international labels from: Belgium, Great Britain, Netherlands, advertising for coffee, cigarette, briquettes etc

advertising, household, match label, trademark Darby & Joan, Ideal for the home and the smoker, ADDITIONAL-RIGHTS-CLEARANCE-INFO-NOT-AVAILABLE Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

Cricket wicketkeeper (litho)
7201195 Cricket wicketkeeper (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket wicketkeeper)

Women workers packing matches into matchboxes (b / w photo)
5207859 Women workers packing matches into matchboxes (b/w photo) by Geniaux, Paul (1873-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women workers packing matches into matchboxes)

Regency party-goers playing the game of The Little Man Lives On. 1906 (litho)
7239544 Regency party-goers playing the game of The Little Man Lives On. 1906 (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A modern style match (colour litho)
7181038 A modern style match (colour litho) by Echau, Joaquin Xaudaru y (1872-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: A modern style match)

Pencil and Pipe, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427843 Pencil and Pipe, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x25.4 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

Shaving brush and matches, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427832 Shaving brush and matches, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x7.6 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

Schoolboy taking a throw-in during a football match (colour litho)
7157498 Schoolboy taking a throw-in during a football match (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolboy taking a throw-in during a football match)

Football match (litho)
7201151 Football match (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A corner kick, one minute to time: a football match)

Miniature chest of drawers made from matchboxes (colour litho)
7157230 Miniature chest of drawers made from matchboxes (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miniature chest of drawers made from matchboxes)

Schoolboy boxing match (colour litho)
7157499 Schoolboy boxing match (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolboy boxing match)

Schoolgirls playing hockey (colour litho)
7172695 Schoolgirls playing hockey (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolgirls playing hockey)

Cricketing (colour litho)
7169098 Cricketing (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricketing, Lord Cricket Ground, St Johns Wood, Match of the Gentlemen and Players)

Fac-simile of Telegram sent by "W G"to his Mother, after the Match of the United South versus Twenty-Two of
7167428 Fac-simile of Telegram sent by " W G" to his Mother, after the Match of the United South versus Twenty-Two of Leinster, 17 July 1874 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Factory of the Swift and Courtney and Beecher Co, at Westville, Connecticut (engraving)
7162567 Factory of the Swift and Courtney and Beecher Co, at Westville, Connecticut (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Still Life with Pipe, Mug and Matches (oil on canvas)
145479 Still Life with Pipe, Mug and Matches (oil on canvas) by Harnett, William Michael (1848-92); Private Collection

Matches (b / w photo)
7165274 Matches (b/w photo) by Biermann, Aenne (1898-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Matches. Illustration for 60 Photos with introduction by Franz Roh)

The Winning Eleven of Graces, in the Match with Eleven Robinsons at Bristol (b / w photo)
7167436 The Winning Eleven of Graces, in the Match with Eleven Robinsons at Bristol (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Winning Eleven of Graces)

Factory of the Swift and Courtney and Beecher Co, at Wilmington, Delaware (engraving)
7162566 Factory of the Swift and Courtney and Beecher Co, at Wilmington, Delaware (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Teenagers playing tennis for their health and fitness (litho)
7172643 Teenagers playing tennis for their health and fitness (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Teenagers playing tennis for their health and fitness)

Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match (litho)
7201218 Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys eating lemons at half time in a football match)

The Tale of a Match (colour litho)
7181719 The Tale of a Match (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tale of a Match)

Girl playing tennis (colour litho)
7172698 Girl playing tennis (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl playing tennis)

Tennis, games with the ball, the court at Lords cricket ground (litho)
7153702 Tennis, games with the ball, the court at Lords cricket ground (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tennis, games with the ball)

Young men playing tennis in a forest (chromolitho)
7154220 Young men playing tennis in a forest (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Football Game In The Milan Trotter To Win The Royal Medal, The Final Race Between Milan And Turin (Colour Litho)
2798525 The Football Game In The Milan Trotter To Win The Royal Medal, The Final Race Between Milan And Turin (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The Last Sulphur (Colour Litho)
2798421 The Last Sulphur (Colour Litho) by Thiel, Ewald (1855-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last sulphur. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 14 April 1901.); © Look and Learn

Excesses of sports passion (colour litho)
2778517 Excesses of sports passion (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Excesses of sports passion)

Girl Workers of London - The Match-Box Makers, Taking the Boxes Home. 1898

Cat and mouse, c. 1930 (colour woodblock print)
425493 Cat and mouse, c.1930 (colour woodblock print) by Koson, Ohara (1877-1945); 33.3x24.1 cm; Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Arthur M

The Boxing Kangaroo (Colour Litho)
2783493 The Boxing Kangaroo (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boxing kangaroo)

The Boxing Challenge Between A French And An English Champion In Paris (Colour Litho)
2798240 The Boxing Challenge Between A French And An English Champion In Paris (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Matchbox labels (colour litho)
423605 Matchbox labels (colour litho) by Indian School; Private Collection; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Indian, out of copyright

A Match Factory, 1895, photograph from The Times (sepia photo)
STC306695 A Match Factory, 1895, photograph from The Times (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Staffordshire figure and matchboxes, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427846 Staffordshire figure and matchboxes, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x25.4 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK; British, out of copyright

Matchbox labels (colour litho)
423633 Matchbox labels (colour litho) by Indian School; Private Collection; Photo eLuca Tettoni; Indian, out of copyright

A Cricketing Souvenir (engraving)
1592412 A Cricketing Souvenir (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cricketing Souvenir. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 July 1899)

Matchbox filling 1900
R. Bell & Co, Matchbox factory located in Wandsworth, Surrey, London. Date: 1900

Matchbox making, London 1890
A woman making matchboxes at a table in her home. Date: 1890

Matchbox maker in London
A good days work A London matchbox maker surveys the pile of matchboxes she has just made. Date: 1890

MATCHBOX MAKING / EAST END
Two children watch their mother making matchboxes at the table at home in the east end of London. Date: 1896

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"Unveiling the Artistry: A Journey through Vintage Matchbox Labels" Step into a world of exquisite art and cultural significance as we explore the captivating realm of matchboxes. From Old Japanese Matchbox labels depicting whimsical scenes to iconic designs by Bryant and May, these miniature artworks have long fascinated collectors and enthusiasts alike. Transport yourself back in time with an enchanting label showcasing a mischievous cat playing fearlessly with a mighty lion, symbolizing courage against all odds. Or marvel at the intricate details on a Bryant and May safety match matchbox label, highlighting their commitment to quality since 1871. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Japanese culture as you discover labels featuring a graceful sailing boat gliding across serene waters or an elegant camel embodying resilience amidst adversity. Each label tells its own story, inviting us to appreciate both beauty and symbolism. Witness the harmonious blend of Eastern aesthetics on an old Japanese Matchbox label adorned with two women surrounded by Chinese coins—a celebration of prosperity and feminine grace. Meanwhile, another label captures nature's elegance with a majestic deer standing tall against picturesque landscapes. Delight in the delicate balance between strength and grace showcased on labels featuring soaring cranes or playful boys accompanied by loyal dogs. These images remind us that even in simplicity lies profound meaning—lessons from everyday life captured within tiny frames. Marvel at extraordinary encounters depicted on labels where an elephant chases after a nimble deer or witness bravery personified through depictions of men fighting tigers—an embodiment of human determination against formidable challenges. These vintage matchbox labels offer glimpses into different eras while celebrating diverse cultures worldwide. They serve as reminders that even ordinary objects can become vessels for artistic expression—a testament to our innate creativity throughout history. So next time you come across these humble yet remarkable items, take a moment to appreciate their hidden stories—the tales they tell through vibrant colors, intricate illustrations, and timeless symbols.