branded
[matchbook ephemera]
curated by Denise McKinney
phillumeny
Cafe Caliente
"The silhouettes certainly pop
against those bright colors
and we can date this cover
from the early 1940s because
of the 'New Union Station' line."
Bamba Club
"Crown Matches were known for
their artwork and this Bamba Club
cover is a perfect example -
look how much detailed art
they were able to get on
a little ol' matchbook."
El Cholo
"Salud indeed!
The little bits of gold ink
really make this
cover stand out."
El Amigo
"Maybe because I grew up in
the 80s, but I LOVE how
bright yellow this cover is
and how bright it still is
after all of these years."