Antique rare French pyrogène, lighter, in a classic design of white glaze with pink trim and grey lettering and a tapered ridged section around the pot for lighting matches and a hole in the top for storing matches.
This one is marked: J Charlionais L Pourailly et Cie Toulouse-Lyon. Lyon Fourniture pour hôtel café et restaurants.
From a time when smoking in cafes and bars and bistros was the norm, these were placed on tables and the bar at the disposal of the clientele. They were produced for advertising and came printed with many of the various French liqueurs and alcohols served in the bar. A great piece of history.
Please note modern safety matches won’t light on this surface.
This match holder is in good condition and hasn't any cracks or chips. Marked on the underside with CP&Co TL Deposé
Diameter at base: 10cm/4 inches Height: 9cm/3.5 inches Weight 300g
