Antique Catholic Church Wooden Match Holder, Handcrafted, Stroudsburg PA Priest

Description: Discover Antique Treasures at LuckyLibby’s! 🍀 OFFICIAL eBay RANKED T.R.S. STOREWe do not use stock images. The item in the photos is the exact item you will receive.Please make sure to view the photos carefully, as they are a part of the description. ================================ Antique Catholic Church Wooden Match Holder - Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania - Handcrafted Wooden Match Holder - Depicts a Catholic Priest - Marked "Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania" - Early to Mid 20th Century - Unique Religious Artifact ✨FAST Same or Next Business Day Shipping ✨100% Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your $$ Back! ================================ DESCRIPTION: This unique antique wooden match holder features the image of a Catholic priest and is marked "Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania." Despite extensive research, we were unable to identify the priest or the specific church this artifact originated from among the 24 churches in Stroudsburg. The priest's attire, a black cassock or soutane, is commonly worn by clergy in the Catholic Church, as well as other Christian denominations. Given the historical religious trends in Stroudsburg and the likely timeframe, we believe this item originates from one of the Catholic churches in the area, dating back to the early to mid-20th century. Time-Period Analysis: The match holder appears to be made from a softwood, possibly pine, given the visible grain pattern and the way it has aged. The braided rope is made of natural fibers, possibly hemp or jute, consistent with materials used in the early 20th century. The wear and aging of the wood suggest it could date back to the early to mid-20th century, aligning with the hypothesis based on the smiling portrait. The likely origin includes historic Catholic churches such as St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church or Notre Dame of East Stroudsburg. ================================ ITEM DETAILS: Title: Antique Catholic Church Wooden Match Holder Origin: Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania Era: Early to Mid 20th Century Material: Wood Dimensions: [Insert Dimensions Here] Condition: Good, with general wear ================================ CONDITION: Good • Preowned The match holder is in good condition with minimal general wear. The wooden structure is intact and is free of any damage. The hand-painted detailed depiction of the priest remains clear, though with cracking in the paint (not the wood) . Despite the cracking there are no signs of chipping or flaking. As long as it is hung in a cool dry environment (indoors), the portrait should remain for many decades (centuries?) to come. Please reference the photos for more details. This item is a clean, well-preserved piece with some minor cosmetic flaws. 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Price: 120.75 USD

Location: Claremont, New Hampshire

End Time: 2024-10-01T02:40:39.000Z

Shipping Cost: 7.99 USD