Vintage figural brass match holder / match striker in the form of a boot. Measures just over 4 inches long and weighs approximately 501 grams, giving it a solid, heavy feel. Cast in brass with good surface detail showing folds and wear consistent with a boot form. The interior opening is textured, typical of match holders designed to hold wooden matches and strike them against the rough interior surface. The underside is stamped, though the mark is worn and not fully legible. This type of object was commonly used in the late 19th to early 20th century as a functional tobacciana or hearth accessory and is now collected as a decorative antique. Condition: - Solid casting with no cracks or breaks - Surface wear, patina, and scratches consistent with age and use - Interior shows expected striker wear - Stamp present but not readable
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