19th Century Craftsman Match Holder w/ Strike Mad Men Barware large oval bowl

large oval bowl

bread was held over the fire on a long fork like this one

25 L x 1 W x

75" HColor/Finish: Copper

19th Century Craftsman Match Holder w/ Strike Mad Men Barware large oval bowlThis charming late 19th century English porcelain match holder captures the quiet dignity of skilled labor, depicting a wood craftsman intently sawing a log. Such figural match holders were both decorative and practical fixtures in Victorian homes, designed to keep matches readily at hand near fireplaces, kitchen ranges, and candlelit writing desks. The integrated striker on the underside reflects its original function, while the sculptural form