An elegant round lithographed tin box with a sky-blue and gold design, bearing the inscription "Sucre d'orge – Cie Transatlantique – Dufresne Paris" . Typical of the late 19th or very early 20th century, this box evokes the world of travel sweets and French shipping companies. The design blends stripes and garlands in a delicate aesthetic inspired by the Belle Époque. A beautiful example of antique packaging with understated charm, it perfectly illustrates the combination of graphic refinement and commercial communication of its time.
✦ Origin: France, Paris ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1895–1910 ✦ Dimensions: Diameter 8 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed iron ✦ Content: Empty ✦ Condition: Very good overall condition, slight patina, clear surface and soft colors
An iconic decorative object from the Belle Époque confectionery era – ideal for collectors of antique boxes, advertising items or gourmet souvenirs of yesteryear.
