Welcome to the Matchbox Gallery

Weird and wonderful, this amazing collection of images celebrates the unique art form of topsy-turvy faces. Inspired by the miniaturist magic of matchbox label art created by unknown artists all over the world, these cards can be viewed upside down or right side up (or is it the other way around?)--either way, a face appears. Noses become forehead creases, mustaches become sweet little curls on a girl's head. Every minute, day and night, in a thousand places, East, West, North, South, at the lighting of a million lanterns, oil lamps, and gas stoves, the subliminal glimpse of a matchbox label accompanies the elemental thrill of sparking fire! Spark someone's interest--send a card today! [read more]

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