A rare Pewter Candle Snuffer  caricature based on Hans Christian Andersen's.The Little match Girl  most likely   made in the mid 1800's cast in the form  of  a young girl with a brimless house bonnet and  period dress with match holding hands and candle snuffer dress  bottom. This was most likely cast using low yield wax molds and adds to its rarity, it may be one of a kind.The item is in fine condition with some whitening inside and some smolder marks from snuffing out candles. A true Americana piece with European influences.This  is a delightful piece uncleaned with beautiful patina.