CAFE PARIS FRENCH MATCH STRIKE bisectionals Barely Blush color

Barely Blush color

with distressed metal screw top lids

Overall Dimensions: 60

Classic plaid fabric adds a familiar-feeling element to a traditional frame

CAFE PARIS FRENCH MATCH STRIKE bisectionals Barely Blush colorThis unique match strike (or pyrogne in French) is a reproduction of those found throughout late 19th and early 20th century France . At that time, it was common to see a match striker sitting on a bistro table or bar. The strikers served three purposes. First, the hollowed out top was used to store matches. Secondly, its side or base (with its ribbed surface) was used to strike and ignite the match. And lastly, the piece served as an advertising