Accession Number
2010/1.171A&B

Title
Canister for Matches (with lid)

Artist(s)
African

Artist Nationality
African (general, continental cultures)

Object Creation Date
1900-1985

Medium & Support
brass

Dimensions
2 13/16 in x 1 in x 1 in (7.2 cm x 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm)

Credit Line
Gift of Doran H. Ross

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.

Primary Object Classification
Metalwork

Primary Object Type
vessel

Collection Area
African

Rights
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