Matches Collection (page 2)

forgive me
Alejo Gonzalez

Recueil des modes de la cour de France, Le marchand d'Allumettes, after 1674

The tinder-box with its et ceteras, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The tinder-box with its et ceteras, 1860. The brimstone-matches, the tinder-box, and the flint and steel...are now amongst the matters of the past

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Maurice Van Felix
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creator: Amelia Tuccio
Match Safe, c. 1940

Match Safe, c. 1940. Creators: Amelia Tuccio, Gordon Sanborn
Match Safe, c. 1940

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

My Perfect Match
Andreas Magnusson

The Interior of the Fives Court - from engraving
3786246 The Interior of the Fives Court - from engraving; (add.info.: The Interior of the Fives Court - from engraving by C. Turner after painting by T. Blake)

advertising, match labels with advertising, international labels from: Belgium, Great Britain, Netherlands, advertising for coffee, cigarette, briquettes etc

advertising, household, match label, trademark Darby & Joan, Ideal for the home and the smoker, ADDITIONAL-RIGHTS-CLEARANCE-INFO-NOT-AVAILABLE Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

Burned Idea
Artem Pozdniakov

Burned Idea
Artem Pozdniakov

Burned Idea
Artem Pozdniakov

The Matchsticks: Love
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Stanislav Aristov

Säkerhets Tändstickor
Studio Mandariini

The Grand Budapest Hotel Poster
Studio Mandariini

Burned love
Artem Pozdniakov

Three Submarines Safety Matches, made in Germany

Call Boy Impregnated Safety Matches, average 50 matches

Godfrey Phillips Advertisement Illustration
An advertisement illustration for Godfrey Phillips Ltd. London based tobacconist in the Barbican, the image displays a decorative pot alongside a box of matches and a pipe. Date: circa 1939

Still Life, They also serve who only stand and wait, WW1
Still Life, They also serve who only stand and wait - George Robinson, Special Constable. Date: circa 1916

White Star Line, RMS Olympic - Big Ship matchbox
White Star Line, RMS Olympic - Bryant and May matchbox, The Big Ship Route to United States and Canada. 2.5 inches. Date: 20th century

Captain John Treasure Jones Archive - matchbooks
Captain Treasure Jones Archive - collection of Cunard matchbooks including two unused cartons of Cunard folding matches

Crowds at a Boxing Match
This boxing match between Jack Petersen and Heine Muller at Cardiff attracted 53, 000 spectators, a record attendance for open-air boxing in Great Britain. Date: 1933

Soccer Action
Coventry City's goal-keeper colliding with a Fulham player during a soccer match at Craven Cottage. Date: 1931

Water Polo By Night
A nocturnal women's water polo match at the Stadio del Littoria in Rome, attended by Benito Mussolini. Date: 1931

Polo at Roehampton
A polo match at the Roehampton Club between the Royal Air Force and the Chinchillas. Date: 1931

Wimbledon Exertions
Scenes from the 1931 Wimbledon Tennis Championship. Pictured are Fred Perry (1909-1995), Ian Glen Collins (1903-1975), Helene Nicolopoulos, George Patrick Pat Hughes (1902-1997), I

Boxing at Brighton
Scenes from a boxing match held at Brighton between Bombardier Billy Wells (1889-1967) and Soldier Jones (1897-1942), also known as John Beaudin. Date: 1925

Golfers Bobby Locke and R. Burton
South African golfer Arthur Bobby Locke (1917-1987) with English golfer Richard Dick Burton (1907-1974). Date: 1939

J. B. Priestley and Joyce Barbour
Writer J.B. Priestley (1894-1984) and actress Joyce Barbour (1901-1977), team captains in an actresses versus authors cricket match in Regent's Park. Date: 1939

Writer A. P. Herbert, bowling
Writer A.P. Herbert (1890-1971) bowling during an actresses versus authors cricket match in Regent's Park. Date: 1939

Ursula Jeans and Alec Waugh, cricketing
Actress Ursula Jeans (1906-1973) and novelist Alec Waugh (1898-1981) in an actresses versus authors cricket match in Regent's Park. Date: 1939

Cartoon by George E Studdy
George Studdy or G E Studdy (1878-1948) was a British commercial artist and cartoonist, best known for his creation Bonzo the Dog, who became a popular character in the 1920s

Horse drawn omnibuses Tottenham Court Road
Close up view of two full omnibuses. Postcard shows adverts for Bryant and May matches and Bensons luggage Date: circa 1900

Advert, Bryant & May's Patent Safety Matches. Date: 1868

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Portrait of Arthur Wasse (oil on canvas)
MAN364952 Portrait of Arthur Wasse (oil on canvas) by Knupfer, Benes (1848-1910); 50.8x66.7 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info)

Advertisement for De Hollandsche Revue, 1910, Dutch periodical, showing men sitting at a long desk reading the Revue to
528288 Advertisement for De Hollandsche Revue, 1910, Dutch periodical, showing men sitting at a long desk reading the Revue to light of electric lamps. Artist, Johann Georg van Caspel (1870-1928)

Stay Together To Stay Alive
Khashayar Yaghoubi

Race (oil on canvas)
IND113665 Race (oil on canvas) by Cabera, Miguel (1710-68); Museo de America, Madrid, Spain; Index Fototeca

A fox-tossing match with elegant company spectating (oil on canvas)
2634590 A fox-tossing match with elegant company spectating (oil on canvas) by German School, (18th century); 74.6x91.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Women workers packing matches into matchboxes (b / w photo)
5207859 Women workers packing matches into matchboxes (b/w photo) by Geniaux, Paul (1873-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women workers packing matches into matchboxes)

Shaving brush and matches, c. 1930 (pencil & w / c on paper)
3427832 Shaving brush and matches, c.1930 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Silk, Henry (1883-1948); 11.4x7.6 cm; Private Collection; Abbott and Holder, London, UK

In the guardroom, 1889 (oil on canvas)
OVR394610 In the guardroom, 1889 (oil on canvas) by Lochen, Kalle (Karl) (1865-93); 100x61 cm; Bergen Art Museum, Norway; Photo © O. Vaering

Match Holder, c. 1939. Creator: Selma Sandler
Match Holder, c. 1939

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"From Hambledon to Hollywood: A Fiery Journey Through Matches" In 1777, a spark was ignited at the Match at Hambledon, marking the birth of an era that would forever change our world. Fast forward to England's Glory Matches poster, proudly displaying its patriotic colors and promising a blaze like no other. They have witnessed historic moments throughout time. In 1936, boxing legend Joe Louis set hearts ablaze with his fiery punches in the ring. Meanwhile, an old Japanese matchbox label depicted a playful cat fearlessly engaging with a mighty lion - a symbol of courage and audacity. Safety became paramount as Bryant and May introduced their innovative safety match matchbox label, ensuring protection against accidental fires. The iconic Bryant and May Match Factory stood tall as it produced countless sparks that lit up homes across the globe. Sports battles were fought fiercely on both sides of the Atlantic. Eton clashed with Blackburn in 1882/3 while Burnley faced Liverpool head-on. The clash between England and Italy in 1934 left fans breathless as they witnessed footballing brilliance unfold before their eyes. The rivalry between Notts Forest and Derby burned bright on multiple occasions, igniting passions within their devoted fan bases. As matches illuminated stadiums during these intense face-offs, history was made on those hallowed grounds. But matches weren't just confined to sports arenas; they also found themselves illuminating screens worldwide through movies like "SON OF THE SHEIK. " These cinematic flames captivated audiences' hearts while providing unforgettable entertainment. Through triumphs and challenges alike, they have remained steadfast companions throughout our journey. From humble beginnings at Hambledon to global fame today, these tiny sticks continue to ignite not only fire but also our imagination – reminding us that even from small sparks can come great illumination.