Antique travel set for curling tongs / hairdresser's set with methylated spirit burner (c. 1900–1920)

A rare and complete antique travel set for heating curling tongs, from the early 1900s. An intriguing piece of beauty and hairdressing history in compact form.

• Contents of the set:
  - Folding curling tongs with dark wooden handles
  - Metal burner (methylated spirit burner) with foldable supports for the tongs
  - Flat metal flask for burning oil/methylated spirit
  - Metal matchbox holder with vintage "Haldens Electric" matchbox
  - Original case/box with green fabric lining in the lid

• Dimensions of the case:
  - Length: approx. 15 cm
  - Width: approx. 9.5 cm
  - Height: approx. 4.5 cm

• Condition:
  Good vintage/antique condition with age-related patina on the metal and wear to the case (see photos for details). Everything fits perfectly into its respective compartment in the case.

A fine collector's item or decorative vintage piece.

Sold complete as shown in the photos.