Illustration Of A Beetle Under A Spotlight Germany Mid-Century - Vintage Matchbox Label

Germany manufacturer · 2026-07-17T10:21:52Z

Vintage matchbox label artwork, restored and digitised from mid-20th century commercial printing. Origin: Germany, circa 1940s. Label language: German (Latin script). Printed for: VDK-ZÜNDHOLZFABRIK RIESA. German matchbox labels reflect the country's strong tradition of commercial graphic design, with notable examples from both pre-war commercial printers and post-war East German state enterprises. Illustration of a beetle under a spotlight. Subject: insect. Black and red tones. High contrast palette. Propaganda Style 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 animal imagery typical of the period. View item on our website: matchboxposters.com Part of the MatchboxPosters vintage matchbox label collection.