An old Suchard advertising tin box, lithographed, decorated with several iconic visuals of the brand: cocoa girl, Velma advertisement, Milka chocolate and printed instructions for use. The mention "Grand Prix Paris 1900" places this edition in the early years of the 20th century. Its compact size and rich decoration make it an interesting testimony to the golden age of food advertising. The whole shows a strong patina of age with significant oxidation but retains a beautiful decorative presence.
✦ Provenance: Suchard, Neuchâtel - Serrières (Switzerland) ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1910-1920 ✦ Dimensions: approx. 11 x 7 x 7 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed tinplate ✦ Condition: Oxidation and pitting over the entire box, lid slightly deformed, wear and tear from use, decorations still legible, complete box
An old box with graphics typical of the Belle Époque that will naturally find its place in a collection of Suchard advertisements, cocoa tins or objects related to the history of chocolate.
