Old advertising tin for "Rustines à Tirette" patches, shown here with a significant portion of its original contents. Produced by Rustines establishments in Clichy, it bears witness to the rise of cycling and early motorized travel at the beginning of the 20th century. Its highly characteristic red and blue graphics, combined with the famous slogan "Without solvent, without gasoline, without anything," make it a sought-after advertising object today, both by collectors of vintage cycling memorabilia and by enthusiasts of industrial advertising and vintage garage items. The original elements still present inside enhance its collectible value. Louis Rustin is the French inventor of the modern patch, which began to be widely distributed at the beginning of the 20th century.
✦ Provenance: Établissements Rustines, Clichy (France) ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1920-1935 ✦ Dimensions: approx. 8.5 x 4.5 x 1.5 cm ✦ Material: Printed cardboard ✦ Condition: Good overall state of preservation with signs of wear from use, minor deformations, and scuff marks. Contains some of the original contents (patches, rasps, and accessories).
Accessories and supplies related to vintage cycling are a sought-after theme, particularly when they retain their original contents and period advertising presentation.
