Large Collection of Old Match Book Covers, Mostly c. 1920s-40s medieval box Plus a rocket of a

Plus a rocket of a handle that doubles as a whistle--just blow into the top end of it

The image itself is in great condition

Known affectionately as the "happy wood carver" Copeland was renowned especially for his exceptional use of the grain of southern wood in his carving

with that higher pair of eyes evincing those of an owl

and I'll snatch up more should I find them

Large Collection of Old Match Book Covers, Mostly c. 1920s-40s medieval box Plus a rocket of aThese were fun to find, and more fun to spend a little time with, telling lots of stories about America, and graphic design, and about the life and travels of the person who built this collection! Oh, the days when matchbooks were everywhere. I especially love seeing the ones for Baby Ruth and Chicklets and Doublemint Gum, as well as the Waldorf Astoria, Beekman Arms, etc. Also a number from the Chicago World's Fair. A bit of quick searching suggests