Rare lithographed tin advertising basket for Verziola & Cie pasta. Its elegant blue typographical design on a cream background is adorned with a stylized ear of wheat, a symbol directly associated with the pasta industry. The oval shape and decorative peripheral perforations give it an aesthetic typical of Belle Époque counter advertising objects. This piece was probably used in a grocery store or food business to present or promote the brand's products.
✦ Provenance: Verziola & Cie, France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: approx. 29.5 x 18.5 x 4.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed tin ✦ Condition: Good condition - Signs of wear, scratches, small stains, oxidation on the edges, paint chips and scuffs mainly visible on the periphery. Central decor remains clearly legible and still has a beautiful visual presence.
A beautiful old food advertising object, appreciated for its elegant typography and sober graphics, ideal for a collection dedicated to food brands, old grocery stores or Belle Époque counter objects. An authentic piece that will naturally find its place in a vintage kitchen decor, an advertising collection or an interior inspired by old-fashioned shops.
