A rectangular, polychrome lithographed tin box for Galettes Saint Michel, manufactured by J. Grellier in Saint-Michel-Chef-Chef, Loire-Inférieure. The design combines a family table scene inspired by Breton iconography with a pastoral frieze featuring hens, roosters, and chicks, symbols of rural life and artisanal quality. The overall effect is a warm and narrative aesthetic characteristic of French food packaging from the interwar period, with meticulous lithography and colors that remain vibrant despite wear. The inscription "Loire-Inférieure" confirms a date prior to 1957, while the graphic style places the production in the 1920s or 1930s.
✦ Origin: France - J. Grellier ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930 ✦ Dimensions: 20 x 9 x 6.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Signs of wear, rubbing, occasional losses of lithography
An iconic vintage advertising tin from the Saint Michel biscuit factory, sought after for its narrative iconography and strong decorative appeal, ideal for a collection of French food tins or a retro-inspired kitchen decoration.
