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Canister for Matches (with lid)

African

Artwork Details

Canister for Matches (with lid)
1900-1985
African
brass
2 13/16 x 15/16 x 15/16 in. (7.2 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm)
Gift of Doran H. Ross
2010/1.171A&B

Description

Physical Description:

A brass cylinder canister for matches with double images stamped on all sides of the body of the canister. There is a small lid on the top with a short string attached so the lid can be removed.

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