antique french "grand depot céramique" advertising match striker

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Antique French Grand Dépôt Céramique advertising match striker. A true piece of French commercial history, this ceramic match holder and striker was once found on café counters and tobacconists’ tables. It features raised lettering promoting Grand Dépôt Céramique, a renowned Parisian retailer known for fine household wares. The unglazed ribbed base was designed for striking matches, while the upper well held them ready for use. Both practical and sculptural, it’s a rare and evocative object that captures the spirit of everyday life in early 20th-century France. Sourced from a brocante in Marseille. dimensions: 4"dia x 3.25"H Show more