Rare vintage Crème Éclipse wax shoe polish tin, made of lithographed sheet metal, featuring a blue design on a cream background. The lid displays the famous sun face associated with a dark disc, surrounded by the terms "waterproof" and "acid-free." Inscriptions for the Société Générale des Cirages Français and the cities of Paris and Lyon complete this advertising graphic. The rim repeats the motif in miniature with stars and the number 3. A lovely collector's item, representative of vintage cleaning products and French advertisements.
✦ Period: early 20th century ✦ Origin: France, Société Générale des Cirages Français, Paris and Lyon ✦ Dimensions: approx. 6.5 × 2.5 cm ✦ Material: lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Good condition - vintage patina, light wear and marks; inscriptions are clearly legible
A Crème Éclipse advertising tin with the iconic sun design, ideal for a collection of vintage shoe polishes.
