Yuri Gagarin - Vintage Matchbox Label

Czechoslovakia manufacturer · 2026-05-03T02:44:25Z

Vintage matchbox label artwork, restored and digitised from mid-20th century commercial printing. Origin: Czechoslovakia, circa 1960s. Czechoslovak matchbox labels were produced by state printing enterprises during the socialist era and are renowned for their high-quality lithographic design, often featuring bold geometric motifs and vibrant colour palettes. Portrait of an astronaut with helmet labeled cccp. Blue and green tones. Propaganda Style design. Matchbox labels (phillumeny) from Eastern Europe are sought by collectors for their bold graphic design and as a historical record of mid-century commercial printing. This label features human imagery typical of the period. View item on our website: matchboxposters.com Part of the MatchboxPosters vintage matchbox label collection.