The Match Archive
The Match Archive is creating “the first research-grade, digital archive cataloging American matchbooks as primary sources for graphic design, commercial culture, and social history”. They haven’t launched a website yet (they’re working on it), but they’ve been sharing some of their collection on their Instagram account.
I love the art on the matches themselves…you don’t see that much anymore.
See also Vintage Eastern European Matchbox Labels (1950-1980s) and Matchbook Diaries of New York City.
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Always a good time when design constraints are seen as an opportunity.
I love old matchbooks. I have a decent collection. Always look for them at estate sales. Very cool to see this.
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