Tin box “Queen Cigarettes – Nestor Gianaclis in Cairo”

A sumptuous Orientalist design adorns this rare advertising tin from Nestor Gianaclis , a major Turkish tobacco manufacturer established in Cairo at the end of the 19th century. Set against a backdrop of equestrian scenes and Oriental architecture, it celebrates the exotic flavors of Egyptian tobacco and the brand's international success. The reverse of the tin features a superb monochrome illustration of the Gianaclis factory, adding both visual and historical interest. A refined collector's item, emblematic of the golden age of luxury cigarettes.

✦ Origin: Egypt (Cairo)
✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900
✦ Dimensions: 9 × 7.5 cm
✦ Material: Polychrome lithographed sheet metal
✦ Content: Empty
✦ Condition: Beautiful patina, minor wear, small chip near the name, but vibrant colors and perfectly legible details

An iconic decorative object from cosmopolitan Egypt and the tobacco trade at the turn of the 20th century – ideal for an oriental-style display case or a collection of prestige boxes.