A rare wooden advertising tin for "ZEBRA" lead pencils , decorated with two polychrome lithographed paper labels. The stylized typography and the image of a zebra in full stride perfectly illustrate the aesthetics of Belle Époque advertising. The inscription "Contains 100 at 10 centimeters of powder" suggests professional or semi-wholesale use, probably intended for paper manufacturers. The typical slogan, "Easy Work! Instant Brilliance!", appears at the bottom of the label. A truly beautiful collector's item, both for its rarity and its visual impact.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1890–1900 ✦ Dimensions: 29×18.5×10 cm ✦ Material: Wood and lithographed paper ✦ Condition: Very nice overall patina, label well preserved despite some signs of wear, box structurally sound - Hinges missing
A valuable example of late 19th-century industrial advertising – ideal for an antique stationery collection or a vintage-inspired display.
