A charming octagonal lithographed tin box with polychrome floral decoration, originally intended for packaging coffee, characteristic of bourgeois grocery stores at the end of the 19th century. Each side is adorned with framed panels featuring delicately arranged floral bouquets, while the main face bears the handwritten inscription "Café" underlined with an elegant calligraphic stroke. The color palette, blending cream, seafoam green, and vibrant floral hues, perfectly evokes the decorative aesthetic of the Belle Époque. The lid is topped with its original white porcelain knob, a quality feature typical of products made before the use of synthetic materials. A refined decorative piece with an authentic and consistent patina.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1900 ✦ Dimensions: approximately 12 x 11 x 22 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed tinplate, porcelain lid knob ✦ Condition: Signs of wear, occasional rubbing, slight losses of lithography, original porcelain button present.
An ideal antique decorative box for a collection of gourmet food items, a characterful kitchen, or an interior inspired by the Belle Époque.
