On the matchbox labels are various characters in Chinese Peking Opera.

Peking opera, also known as Beijing Opera, is perhaps the most important theatrical form in China. Many people consider it as the national opera of China. It shows Chinese cultural facts and stories in a very unique way by combining fascinating music, exquisite costumes, and acrobatic fighting.

There are 18 different Peking Opera characters in costumes and with facial paintings on the labels, representing 18 famous ancient Chinese in history.


Total Number of Matchbox Labels: 18