An antique lithographed tin for Cacao Imperator cocoa, a Dutch brand. The front features an elegant female figure enjoying a cup of cocoa within a central medallion. The sides are decorated with polychrome floral motifs, while the back includes printed instructions for preparing the cocoa. The lid is adorned with the brand name and a framed design. This tin is representative of early 20th-century illustrated food tins used for selling instant cocoa.
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Origin: Amsterdam, Netherlands ✦ Dimensions: approx. 10 × 7 × 4.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Used condition with wear, rubbing and small traces of oxidation; decoration still clearly visible.
A collectible item appreciated for collections of advertising boxes, old cocoa and food lithographs .
