An old Félix Potin biscuit tin in lithographed tin, with a gold design on a dark green background. Its lid features the inscription "Biscuiterie Félix Potin" in an oval medallion, surrounded by roses and geometric patterns in relief. The sides are illustrated with sailboats, windmills and a waterside landscape, in matching floral frames. The mention "Décoration sur métaux - Bagnolet" appears on the edge of the decoration. A decorative advertising tin, whose patinated reliefs and gilding bring character to a collection or a display of old objects.
✦ Estimated period: Late 19th / Early 20th century ✦ Origin: France, Félix Potin ✦ Dimensions: approx. 17.5 × 12 × 7.5 cm (6.9 × 4.7 × 3 in) ✦ Material: Lithographed and embossed tin ✦ Condition: Good general patinated appearance, with lithography wear, scratches and traces of oxidation, especially on the reliefs and edges.
An old Félix Potin biscuit tin with a design of roses, windmills and sailboats, for a collection of advertising tins and a retro decoration.
