Vintage Decorative Wood Match Holder

This item is a vintage vertical wooden wall-mounted matchbox holder designed for functional kitchen or hearth use. The piece features a light to medium honey-stained wood construction, with a decorative paneled front face showcasing a vertical pyrography (wood-burned) and painted design of oak leaves and acorns. The illustration incorporates black line work with subtle green and reddish-brown gradients to provide depth and realism. The construction includes a larger backboard with a rounded top and a pre-drilled hole for hanging, supporting a boxed compartment for holding matchsticks. The item shows visible signs of age including surface scratches, some finish wear near the bottom left corner, and a natural aged patina typical of 20th-century decorative folk art. Small handwritten text or a signature is visible at the bottom left, though it is partially obscured, suggesting a handcrafted or small-shop production from the mid-to-late 20th century. The craftsmanship is utilitarian yet decorative, featuring finished edges and a clear protective lacquer coating that has yellowed slightly over time.

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