Antique Late 19th-Century English Copper Matchbox Holder | Terrier Dog Motif
Antique Late 19th-Century English Copper Matchbox Holder | Terrier Dog Motif
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A charming and wonderfully distinctive antique English matchbox holder dating to the late 19th century, featuring a delightful raised terrier dog motif.
Beautifully understated in its design, this little Victorian treasure features a polished copper exterior adorned with a raised silhouette of a standing terrier. The dog’s alert stance, upright tail, and carefully defined features capture the character of a beloved companion, making this piece especially endearing.
A founder favorite of Beth Ann, this antique was selected for its playful personality and timeless charm. There is something particularly lovely about finding an everyday Victorian object decorated with such a familiar and affectionate subject.
The rectangular holder features an open-sided construction designed to accommodate a small matchbox, with elongated openings allowing access to the matches and striking surface.
Carefully restored and refinished in a warm, polished copper finish by Coppermill & Co, this one-of-a-kind heirloom brings a little whimsy to the candlelight ritual.
A beautiful companion to our heirloom candles and antique candle snuffers, and an especially thoughtful gift for a dog lover or collector of Victorian curiosities.
Details
- Origin: England
- Period: Late 19th century, Victorian era
- Design: Raised terrier dog motif
- Finish: Restored polished copper
- Length: 1.75 inches
- Width: 1.25 inches
- Construction: Rectangular open-sided matchbox holder
- Function: Designed to hold a small matchbox
- Special Note: A founder favorite of Beth Ann
- Availability: One of a kind
Matchbox not included.
Antique Copper & Character
Each antique copper piece in our collection has lived a life before finding its way to Coppermill & Co. Minor imperfections, subtle surface variations, and traces of age are natural characteristics of these historic treasures, adding to their individuality and the stories they carry.
A charming little piece of Victorian history, thoughtfully preserved for the candlelight rituals of today.
Lovingly restored by hand with traditional methods and pure tin interiors, these antiques are brought back to life—ready to be used and treasured again. While we do our best to restore each piece, subtle signs of age and charm may remain as a testament to its history.