Rare Chobillon box, medals, badges and decorations

A rare miniature Parisian advertising box linked to the world of medals and decorations, this Chobillon box evokes the world of specialist shops in the Palais-Royal during the Belle Époque. Its deliberately understated brown typography on a yellow background highlights the prestigious address of the Galerie Montpensier and testifies to the commercial refinement of the late 19th century. A discreet yet highly evocative object, it fits perfectly into the themes of curiosities, antique jewelry, and display items related to bygone trades.

✦ Origin: France, Paris
✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century
✦ Dimensions: 3.5 x 2 x 1 cm
✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal
✦ Condition: Good overall condition, signs of wear and tear.

This small Parisian advertising box is a fine example of the specialized shops of the Belle Époque, ideal for enriching a collection of antique boxes, a cabinet of curiosities or a display case of trade objects.