19th Century Victorian Tartan Ware Go To Bed / Match Holder Lidded Box, McBeth Pattern

A  late 19th century tartanware box, which used to be called "Go-To-Beds". They were so called because before the advent of electric lights, one would light a match, place it in the little bone finial and and carry it to light their way to bed. 

Inlay is in good condition. A classic tartan in the McBeth pattern. Clan MacBeth is a Highland Scottish Clan originating in the Angus region of Scotland. The legendary ancestor of the Clan was MacBeth, King of Scotland from 1040 – 1057 and was made famous in Shakespeare's play, MacBeth.

Overall  a charming and collectible piece. 

Price marked at $300 AUD.  

Measurements: 5.5 diameter, 5.5cm height.

Good antique condition with some wear as pictured commensurate with age. Some wear to top. Original matches within which we have left to the discretion of the new owner.