Collaborations with Sampson Mordan & Company | Stephen W. Brener | Collection of Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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Rectangular, with rounded corners, featuring printed advertisement for Cawston Ostrich Farm. The front displays image of man in tan suit and black bowler hat sitting astride an ostrich, both facing left; below image is the inscription "Cawston Ostrich Farm," "South Pasadena, California." Reverse with image of six ostriches standing before or behind a shrub in an open field, with rail fence and trees in background. Lid hinged at side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.

"Cawston Ostrich Farm, South Pasadena, California" Matchsafe, ca. 1900
nickel-plated metal, printed celluloid.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-68

This object was made by Whitehead & Hoag Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 5 images of this object.

Oblong, with upper, lower parts and sides curved, featuring polychrome enamel decoration of gentleman, legs crossed and seated at table, dressed in 17th century costume smoking a clay pipe. He wears pale red 3/4 length jacket with white lace collar and blue sash draped diagonally across chest, pink knee pants, white stockings, pink Louis XIV style shoes. Table is covered with lace trimmed white cloth, on which sits his pink broad rimmed hat with large white feathers attached. He appears to be sitting on a green-yellow throw that is draped on seat of chair. Plain background is light gray. Reverse undecorated. Lid hinged on left. Striker in small oval recess on box bottom.

17th Century Gentleman Smoking Pipe Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver, enamel.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-406

This object was made by Reed & Barton.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 5 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded sides and corners, featuring arts and crafts style decoration of a raised Celtic knot motif against a mottled blue/green enameled background in small, irregularly shaped, central reserve. Lid hinged on upper left side. Striker on bottom.

Arts and Crafts Style with Celtic Knot Matchsafe, 1902–03
silver, enamel.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-122

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

In the form of a champagne bottle, the body silver color, the wrapped cork and neck brass , the label brass: inscribed "Louis Roederere, Reims". Base of bottle neck (lid) hinged at back. Striker on bottle bottom.

Louis Roederere Champagne Matchsafe, ca. 1890
plated metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-13

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular, with curved sides featuring raised, trompe l'oeil decoration simulating a soft, textured, belted, tobacco pouch, folded over with flap at front, as well as match and one dime tucked into belt; reverse decoration simulates pinched belt loop with belt running through it; remnant of red color on match tip. Upper part of pouch or lid hinged on left side. Striker on bottom.

Belted Tobacco Pouch Matchsafe, ca. 1890
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-39

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular, with rounded corners, featuring transluscent pale blue enamel over an engine turned ground, revealing repeating, vertical, wavy lines. The lid's lower edge is banded with pink and yellow gold acanthus leaf border. Lid released by pushing cabochon pink sapphire button at side. Lid hinged on opposite side of sapphire. Striker in recessed gold groove on bottom.

Guilloche Enamel Match Safe Match Safe, late 19th century
metal, enamel, topaz.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-482

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular, with rounded corners, featuring alternating, applied, diagonal bands of bead and leaf ornament, a horizontal band of bead and flower motifs directly beneath, as well as intersecting horizontal bands of bead and spiral motifs at opposite mid-section. All ornament wraps around box body. Undecorated surfaces are slightly mottled. Hinge located on lower corner so that box opens on the diagonal, seperating the bead, leaf, and flower ornament from the bead and spiral. When opened, an unadorned, interior match container is revealed, also attached at corner hinge, so that it may swing from side to side. Striker attached to one side of interior container.

in Aesthetic Style with Diagonal Opening Matchsafe, ca. 1875
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-370

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Matchsafe (USA), 1905–15
gold, diamonds, emeralds, rubies.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-464-a,b

This object was made by Theodore B. Starr.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

In the shape of a shoe or ankle boot, the body composed of decorative, scrolling, lacy, filigree motifs, incised decoration on solid lid at top. Loop at back above heel. Lid hinged at top. Striker on front sole at bottom.

Filigree Shoe Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-70

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular form with rounded edges. Straw-work in chevron pattern over cardboard, veneered. The fitted, removable, slip top reveals when removed, alternating dark/light vertical stripes in straw are evident on upper-portion of body. A sandpaper like striker is on the underside.

Matchsafe (probably France), ca. 1900
straw over cardboard, sandpaper.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-300

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, snuff-box type container with cloisenné enamel decoration. Lid features red-orange ground on which stylized gold flowers with delicate swirling stems are set in central, black enameled, octagonal reserve. Two narrow, parallel, gold bands extend from left and right sides of octagon, outward to box's edges. Bisecting each corner are angled, geometric green and black enameled bands. Thumb catch on lid inset with five small diamonds. Smaller, gold thumb brace situated on lower left corner of front side panel. All four side panels are reeded. Gold underside incised with pattern that mirrors overall geometric pattern of lid, without flower motif. Lid hinged on back panel. Striker inset on right side panel.

in Art Deco Style with Floral Motif Matchsafe, 1926–27
gold, enamel, diamonds.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-37

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 4 images of this object.

In the shape of an old shoe, with leather collapsed and folded, featuring a sole and heel with red glass beads along perimeter to simulate raised nail heads, parts of sole and heal also appear worn away. Sole flips open to reveal match compartment. Striker set inside shoe, beneath laces on reverse side.

Worn Shoe Sole Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver, glass.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-1183

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the shape of a knee-high boot with tassle hanging from front, rotating brass spur at heel. Lid on top, hinged at back. Interior appears to have compartment for recessed pencil. Striker on sole of boot at bottom.

Boot with Spur Matchsafe, late 19th century
plated brass.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-1165

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, snuff box style container, featuring raised decoration of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, their names inscribed above each respectively, royal coat-of-arms between them, inscribed above all "J.Hynam's Royal Patent Congreves," inscribed below "& Safety Fire Boxes, 5 & 7 Princes Sq. Wilson St., Finsbury London." Lid hinged on back, long side. Striker on same side.

"J. Hynam's Royal Patent Congreves & Safety Fire Boxes" Matchsafe, ca. 1850
plated tin.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-778

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, with rounded corners and sides, featuring raised decoration of cowboy on bucking horse, reins in his left hand, whip in raised right hand, to left is hat flying off his head. Reverse side undecorated. Hinge on side. Striker on bottom.

Cowboy Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-1320

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the shape of a right-handed boxing glove, with outline of hand incised in palm of glove, ties near wrist. Wrist area forms lid, hinged on side. Striker on curved top of glove.

Boxing Glove Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-631

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners and sides, featuring polychrome enamel decoration of kangaroo holding cricket bat with seated lion in background, inscribed above animals "The Sportsman" and below "for Cricket News". Reverse features very worn inscription "SEP 1899". Lid hinged on upper left. Striker on bottom.

"The Sportsman" magazine Matchsafe, 1899–1900
silver, enamel.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-40

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, with irregular curved sides conforming to shape of coiled rattlesnake, its mouth open, fangs displayed, fork-tongue extended, rattle at end of tail, overall raised scale texture to simulate snake skin, identical decoration on reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.

Coiled Rattlesnake Matchsafe, ca. 1890
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-123

This object was made by William B. Kerr & Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the form of a pair of trousers with creases, back pocket, suspenders draped over hips, tool pouch on right hip, overall surface textured to simulate fabric. Flat, flip top lid hinged above tool pouch. Striker on bottom.

Pair of Trousers Matchsafe, ca. 1886
metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1978-146-107

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the shape of the character Punch shown from the waist up, with long nose and chin, wearing a pointed cap, hands joined together at his front, identical front and reverse. Circular opening at base, hinged at back. Striker on bottom.

Figure of Punch Matchsafe, late 19th century
plated brass.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-626

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, vertical sides curved, with image of a swallow in flight, rendered in inlaid woods and black paint, under which is the inscribed word "Souvenir" in black. Inscribed in black on reverse is "Nice." Simple flat lid, attached to metal pin, hinged on left side. Striker of sandpaper is recessed into bottom of box.

"Souvenir, Nice" Matchsafe, 1900–10
inlaid wood, enamel, sandpaper.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-177

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the form of a short cigar butt, with leaves defined on realistically cast body in gold, the tip with ashes in silver metal. Tip hinged at side and opens as lid. Tip also likely intended as striker.

Cigar Butt Matchsafe, late 19th century
gold, metal.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-89

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

In the shape of a sword hilt, dark brown, with sloping sides, oval shaped lid with small lozenge shaped, gold framed openings on front and back; larger oval shaped base with flat bottom, slightly broader than central box body and deliniated by seam that runs from front to back; body features inlaid gold decoration with fishermen, riverboats, cormorants and bamboo foliage; top of lid features raised gold and shakudo decoration of cormorant in flight; base features raised gold and shakudo decoration of wading bird and foliage. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Sword Hilt with Fishing Boats and Water Birds Matchsafe, late 19th century
shakudo, gold.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1982-23-243

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded corners, curved top, with raised curves and counter curves on perimeter and where lid's bottom edge meets the box body. Central reserve features image of a train inside the Wall Street station tunnel, above which "Subway N.Y." is inscribed. Inscribed on reverse reserve is the mongram "WCP" or "WCG". Lid hinged on left. Slightly concave striker on bottom.

"Subway N.Y." Matchsafe, ca. 1904
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1426

This object was made by T. S. Gilbert.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, with relief decoration on lid of winged scarabs, stylized lotus blossoms, and other Egyptian motifs on body; plain reserve of irregular hexagonal shape, monogram incised in reverse reserve. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Neo-Egyptian Motifs Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1353

This object was made by Watrous Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved sides and corners; one side featuring incised and inlaid decoration of trout leaping out of water, situated horizontally on box body, its back a dark, oxidized color, its underside brass, fins and eyes copper, stalk-like vegetation on right, some vegetation on left, fishing line with fly attached suspended in air on upper left; reverse features fisherman, situated vertically on box, with fishing rod line caught in seat of his pants, he wears dark, oxidized jacket and shoes, brass colored hat and shirt, copper colored pants, grassy bank brass color, with brass tipped cattails on right and left. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Fishing motif Matchsafe, patented 1871
silver, brass, copper.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-488

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
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Rectangular, curved sides and corners, each side slightly cinched at center, featuring raised decoration of clenched hand with lightning bolts radiating from within, inscribed above "American Electrical" and below "22nd Annual Bake, Sept. 13, 1900, Providence, R.I." Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

American Electrical Works Bake Matchsafe, ca. 1900
copper.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-415

This object was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved top, bottom and corners, sides slightly indented just above center, featuring raised decoration of running couple in loose, flowing garments, each holding end of billowing cloth above their heads, he has arm clasped around her waist, all framed by scroll work. Reverse features inscribed monogram and scroll work near edges. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

"The Storm" Matchsafe, ca. 1900
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-385

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded sides and corners, featuring over-all repoussé floral decoration on stippled ground; reverse features some variation in floral decoration with monogram "EM" engraved in small, open, central reserve. Small protruding button on side opens lid when depressed; lid hinged on opposite side. Striker on bottom.

Floral Repoussé Decoration Matchsafe, ca. 1875
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-1182

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oval, in the form of a face with eyes looking upward and crossed, furrowed brow, wide open grin, and tongue extended out and down over chin. No ornament on reverse. Area from top of head down to continuous eye brow line is lid, hinged on upper left side. Ridged tongue likely intended as striker.

Face with Extended Tongue Matchsafe, late 19th century
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-955

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded top and bottom, featuring four etched frames containing flower motifs, all in grid pattern and turned slightly on the diagonal, each corner of frame puncuated with turquoise colored glass bead, total of nine in all. Reverse inscribed "O.R., Sept. 21st. 98." Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Aluminum with Glass Beads Matchsafe, ca. 1898
aluminum, turquoise glass beads.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-842

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved sides, top and bottom, molded from vulcanite, featuring irregular red and black striations throughout entire surface. Slip-top cover may be removed entirely. Striker molded into box bottom.

Vulcanite Matchsafe, early 20th century
vulcanite.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-541

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, rounded corners, featuring raised decoration of grinning court jester face in costume, he holds miniature jester head on a stick. Reverse inscribed with monogram J.C.Y. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.

Jester Face Matchsafe, ca. 1888
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-360

This object was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company.
This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Oblong, curved corners, featuring raised decoration of male in suit and cap driving motor car with spoked wheels down country road, grassy hill, wooden fence and tree in background, as well as patch of grass in foreground. Some clouds evident on lid. Reverse features inscription WH, Nov.22, 1902. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.

Matchsafe with image of a Motor Car Matchsafe, ca. 1902
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-97

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.

Rectangular, rounded corners, with incised decoration in the aesthetic style: rectangular reserve in upper right corner features owl on branch, same rectangular reserve overlaps circular reserve on lower left, which features heron standing among water lilies and cat tails, all set against background of alternating narrow and wide diagonal bands, the wide bands decorated with fine, alternating stippled and swirling lines. Reverse features on upper left empty reserve shaped like a parallelogram with small fan motif in lower left corner, it overlaps circular reserve on lower right with perching birds ornament, all decoration on same ground of alternating bands as front. Lid hinged on side. Lozenge shaped striker on bottom.

Aesthetic Style with Birds Matchsafe, 1887–88
silver.
Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
1980-14-24

This object is part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts collection.
There are 3 images of this object.