A rectangular lithographed tin box for Polo filled wafers from Félix Potin , a major Parisian brand emblematic of the Belle Époque's fine food scene. The lid features a richly decorated design combining advertising typography, arabesques, and an illustrated scene of polo on horseback , a theme directly linked to the product's name. The inscription "Praline-filled wafers" appears below the "Polo" brand, accompanied by the signature Félix Potin Paris . A stamp on one corner reads "Require this Félix Potin stamp - registered trademark," an anti-counterfeiting measure typical of major food companies at the end of the 19th century. The sides display various illustrations: a view of the factory in Pantin (Seine) and a representation of the product, with the inscription "Manufacture de biscuits Félix Potin Paris." The box as a whole is a fine example of a food advertising tin from the turn of the century, combining narrative illustration, brand promotion, and highlighting its industrial origins.
✦ Provenance: Félix Potin, Paris ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: 18.5 x 14 x 5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Signs of wear and tear with rubbing, minor oxidation on the edges and some paint loss, decoration remains clearly legible and very decorative.
Beautiful Belle Époque advertising box combining sporting imagery and a major Parisian grocery brand, highly sought after for collections of antique food boxes.
