Two novelty metalware dog items, a match strike and an embossing tool, late 19th to early 20th century, American, including a bulldog matchstrike in brass with a collar marked 'Union Petroleum Co.' and with the matchstrike piece inserted in the dog's head; and a small hinged steel embossing tool with a boxer dog leaning on a pile of books. Height 11 cm. Width 12 cm. Depth 6.5 cm and smaller