"SUZE, Gentian Aperitif" advertising box

A small, lithographed tin advertising box featuring the iconic SUZE brand design, depicting a bottle surrounded by gentian flowers on a blue-green background. The graphic design, typical of the interwar period, combines a carefully crafted decorative composition with a strong, instantly recognizable visual identity. The reverse side displays seasonal promotional text ("In winter / In summer"), reflecting the object's direct advertising use. This type of box was used as a promotional case or small container, often distributed or sold in cafes and bars. The pronounced patina, with oxidation and wear, enhances its authenticity and desirable decorative appeal.

✦ Origin: France
✦ Estimated period: Circa 1910-1920
✦ Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 2 cm
✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal
✦ Condition: Significantly used with oxidation, wear and tear, and signs of age; decoration still legible

Iconic SUZE graphic design with double-sided illustration and advertising text, ideal for bistro collections or for collectors of antique lithographed plates and objects.