Vintage lithographed metal advertising sign for the famous "Éclipse" cream , produced by the Société Générale des Cirages Français . Its circular black and white design depicts a smiling moon face eclipsed by a black crescent: a visual emblem that has become iconic. Manufactured in Paris and Lyon, the brand boasts a "wax-based, acid-free, and waterproof" shoe polish, with a bold, arc-shaped typeface. The lithography, with some pitting, gives this piece an authentic industrial patina.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930 ✦ Dimensions: Ø 34 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Condition: Significant oxidation and signs of use, pitted areas, legibility and contrast still very good
Round sign with a strong visual identity – perfect for enriching a collection of old advertisements or decorating an industrial or vintage style space.
