{"product_id":"antique-victorian-cast-brass-double-match-holder-wall-mount-fireplace-match-safe","title":"Antique Victorian Cast Brass Double Match Holder Wall Mount Fireplace Match Safe","description":"Ornate antique Victorian wall-mounted double match holder \/ match safe, featuring an elaborate Neoclassical architectural design with twin urn-shaped match cups.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePurchased in an antique store in the Netherlands.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile believed to be an antique wall-mounted match holder or match safe, its exact original purpose is unconfirmed and it may have served as a decorative mount or holder for another fireplace\/hearth accessory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis substantial antique fireplace accessory was designed to mount on the wall near a fireplace, hearth or stove, keeping wooden matches conveniently within reach. The highly detailed cast construction features two projecting classical urn-form match holders with decorative finials, architectural scrollwork and an elaborate urn\/pediment-style backplate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is exceptionally substantial for its relatively compact size, weighing approximately 12 oz \/ 335 g. Size is roughly 5” in length.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt appears to be cast brass, bronze or a similar copper-alloy metal with remnants of an old gilt\/gold-toned surface finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original finish has worn considerably with age, creating a wonderful dark aged patina with areas of exposed metal, discoloration and surface wear throughout. It has not been polished, preserving its antique character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight: Approx. 12 oz \/ 335 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cast brass\/bronze-tone metal; exact alloy untested\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Victorian \/ Neoclassical Revival\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Believed late 19th to early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eType: Wall-mounted double match holder \/ match safe \/ fireplace accessory\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Unidentified \/ no maker’s mark located\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease examine photographs closely for condition, construction and surface wear. Antique condition with substantial patina and loss to the original gold-toned\/gilt finish consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA beautiful and unusual piece of antique fireplace hardware for a Victorian interior, historic home, match safe collection, architectural salvage collection or period hearth display.","brand":"AVENTÉ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48967601520865,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4687\/6385\/files\/84dc4d43-9777-42a0-9e27-e28e7651de93.jpg?v=1787432579","url":"https:\/\/www.aventecrystals.com\/products\/antique-victorian-cast-brass-double-match-holder-wall-mount-fireplace-match-safe","provider":"AVENTÉ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}