Artist/Maker
C. Parker
Possible source
Elie Nadelman
(American, 1882 – 1946)
Match safe
1870-1880
Place madeUnited States, North America
Iron
Overall: 5 7/8 x 4 1/4 x 1 5/8 in. ( 14.9 x 10.8 x 4.1 cm )
INV.728
DescriptionMolded iron tinderbox decorated with scroll designs on wall plaque with extended square basin and lid with molded inscription.Markingsmolded: in relief: "C. PARKER / PAT / SEPT 14. 1869 & MAY 3 1870"
ClassificationsSMOKING TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
