Collection Highlights
Chaise (side chair)
1779
1817.13
Beech, gilding; silk upholstery
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Au Canari D'Or
Title
Au Canari D'Or
Object name
Matchbook
Medium
Cardboard, plastic, striker, metal staple
Dimensions
Overall (closed): 2 1/16 x 1 9/16 x 1/4 in. (5.3 x 3.9 x 0.7 cm)
Description
20 stick matchbook with laminated green exterior. Front cover with yellow chirping bird insignia and yellow lettering AU CANARI D'OR / 134 EAST 61st STREET yellow fleur de lys design and continued lettering PHONE TEMPLETON 8-7987. REar cover with same yellow chirping bird insignia and lettering AU / CANARI O'OR / RESTAURANT - BAR / AIR-CONDITIONED yellow fleur de lys design and address printed in yellow. Plain interior.
Object Number
2008.47.25
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
