Hand-carved Folk Art matchbook holder with attached metal eyes and original hand-painted details (ca. 1940s, USA). Primary box color is mint green (retains original paint).
Equipped with a hole through the tail for wall mounting, though works well as a table top decorative object.
Paint losses/scuffs consistent with age and tarnish to the button eyes. Additionally, there is a small edge loss to one of the ears, as shown. Otherwise, in good, structurally sound, vintage condition.
H: 10.25" x L: 4.38" x D: 3.13"
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Paint losses/scuffs consistent with age and tarnish to the button eyes. Additionally, there is a small edge loss to one of the ears, as shown. Otherwise, in good, structurally sound, vintage condition.

Dimensions:
Height: 10.25 in.
Width: 4.38 in.
Depth: 3.13 in.

Category: Sculptural Wall Objects
Origin: United States
Materials: Metal, Paint, Wood

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Paint losses/scuffs consistent with age and tarnish to the button eyes. Additionally, there is a small edge loss to one of the ears, as shown. Otherwise, in good, structurally sound, vintage condition.