Sailing Ship - Vintage Matchbox Label

Sweden manufacturer · 2026-05-03T03:45:30Z

Vintage matchbox label artwork, restored and digitised from mid-20th century commercial printing. Origin: Sweden, circa 1920s. Sweden was a major global producer of safety matches, and Swedish matchbox labels -- particularly from Swedish Match -- are known for their clean Scandinavian design sensibility and high print quality. Illustration of a sailing ship with multiple masts. Black and red tones. Folk Art design. Matchbox labels (phillumeny) from Western Europe are sought by collectors for their bold graphic design and as a historical record of mid-century commercial printing. This label features transport imagery typical of the period. View item on our website: matchboxposters.com Part of the MatchboxPosters vintage matchbox label collection.