Cherub & Quail

A winged cherub lifts a match‑red horn above a reed‑green marsh, watched by a small waterfowl—an image made to charm at a glance. The arched banner reads “SAFETY MATCHES,” while the bottom cartouche states “MADE IN JAPAN.” Issued during Japan’s early‑20th‑century export boom, this label reflects how Kobe–Osaka makers adopted Western cherubs and friendly animals as bold pictorial trademarks, instantly recognizable from Bombay to Buenos Aires. Rich color‑lithography, crisp keylines, and festive dot borders made these tiny artworks unforgettable.

Print Details 

• Paper Finishing: Matte, smooth, non-reflective surface.
• Paper Weight: 170 gsm (65 lb), thickness: 0.19 mm (7.5 mils), sturdy and durable.
• Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified or equivalent for sustainability.

Sizes & border

Offered in multiple vertical sizes (see options). To preserve the original match‑label proportions without cropping, we add a white border of ~0.5–1 inch around the image. The exact border varies by size to keep the full artwork visible. Dimensions listed refer to total sheet size; the printed image area is smaller due to the border.