| Absinthe Pyrogenes |
Porcelain matchstrikers, known as "Pyrogene" after one of the major manufacturers, were a feature of every bistrot table.
Many carried advertising for the leading absinthe marques. The striking surface was usually porcelain, occasionally a
wooden insert.
Particularly desirable are the so-called "Bell pyrogenes" primarily made by the firm of A. Marchand & Cie in
Aix-en-Provence with a bell, to summon the waiter, concealed in the base.
Many carried advertising for the leading absinthe marques. The striking surface was usually porcelain, occasionally a
wooden insert.
Particularly desirable are the so-called "Bell pyrogenes" primarily made by the firm of A. Marchand & Cie in
Aix-en-Provence with a bell, to summon the waiter, concealed in the base.
Absinthe Abrial bell
pyrogene. Very rare.
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pyrogene. Very rare.
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Description: Absinthe Abrial bell pyrogene.
Condition: Fine condition.
Price: SOLD
Condition: Fine condition.
Price: SOLD
Jandard bell pyrogene.
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Click to enlarge.
Description: Jandard bell pyrogene.
Condition: Fine condition.
Price: SOLD
Condition: Fine condition.
Price: SOLD
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Extremely rare "emaux de Longwy" pyrogene made for Absinthe Mugnier. This is
the most beautiful and sought after of all Belle Epoque matchstrikers, and less
than a handful are recorded. It's missing from almost all collections, even the
largest ones.
Longwy enamel has a deep radiance which is hard to photograph successfully -
the original is both considerably greener and more lustrous that it appears in
the photographs.
The striker is in absolutely perfect condtion - no chips, no hairlines, no repairs
Click to enlarge. SOLD.
the most beautiful and sought after of all Belle Epoque matchstrikers, and less
than a handful are recorded. It's missing from almost all collections, even the
largest ones.
Longwy enamel has a deep radiance which is hard to photograph successfully -
the original is both considerably greener and more lustrous that it appears in
the photographs.
The striker is in absolutely perfect condtion - no chips, no hairlines, no repairs
Click to enlarge. SOLD.
Email Absinthe Originals for
pricing on this pyrogene.
pricing on this pyrogene.