A beautiful circular tin box in bright red lithographed metal, featuring the famous lunar face emblematic of the Éclipse brand. This iconography, typical of early 20th-century French cleaning products, depicts a smiling moon being partially eclipsed – a design that has become a cult favorite among collectors. The box also bears the inscription "Paris – Lyon" and the statement "Waterproof – Acid-Free," common advertising claims in the 1910s and 1920s.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1920 ✦ Dimensions: 6.5 × 2 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Signs of wear, paint chips, some pitting, but overall stable and color is vibrant, lunar face perfectly legible
An icon of vintage shoe polish tins, this Eclipse model is highly prized for its instantly recognizable, whimsical design.
