A charming little circular tin in cream and black lithographed metal, featuring the famous bristling lion of the "Lion Noir" brand. This smaller size, much rarer than standard tins, was often used as a sample or travel size. The design, identical to the larger models, retains all the visual strength of the brand: elegant typography, ornamental decoration, and the words "Waterproof" and "For all shoes." The back features usage instructions in an Art Deco insert.
✦ Origin: France (Paris-Montrouge) ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930 ✦ Dimensions: 4 × 1.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Significant wear, minor pitting and abrasions, but the design is legible, with a beautiful, even patina; small, less common format
This tiny Lion Noir format is highly sought after: mini-boxes appear much less often on the market than classic formats.
