Museum Collections
Luce Center
Matchbook
Object Number:
2010.16.30
Date:
1940-1945
Medium:
Paper and metal staple
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 3/4 in. (5.7 x 3.8 x 1.9 cm)
Description:
Red World War II era figural matchbook, front flap: text: "Strike at/ the seat of trouble/ BUY/ WAR BONDS", back side: image of Hitler holding globe with flint bottom, decorative matchsticks depicting torpedos.
Credit Line:
Gift of Ivan C. and Marilynn Gelfman Karp
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.