A small, round pharmaceutical box for Cervolet Powder, also associated with Cervolet Cream, an old product intended to prevent head colds and promote the healing of coryza. This packaging, typical of the late 19th century, features elegant typography and medical language characteristic of folk remedies, including mention of mail order and free shipping. A rare item, straddling the line between traditional remedy, medical advertisement, and regional pharmaceutical curiosity.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: Approximately 3.5 x 1.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Signs of wear and patina from age, prints still legible
A unique item highly sought after by collectors of antique pharmacy, folk remedies and medical curiosities from the Belle Époque.
