A lithographed tin advertising box featuring the image of the knight Bayard , emblem of the " Bayard " brand of ink ribbons and carbon paper, manufactured by Carpentier & Badel in Paris and London. Its elegant design, in black on an almond green background, depicts a knight in armor holding a banner and sword, with the inscriptions "Trade Mark" and "of Carbon Papers & Ribbons for all Typewriters." An iconic relic of the typing era, as practical as it is beautiful. Ideal for display or as part of a collection of antique office supplies.
✦ Origin: Europe – Paris / London ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930 ✦ Dimensions: 6 × 6 × 12 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal ✦ Content: Empty ✦ Condition: Good condition with signs of oxidation from use, beautiful patina
An iconic decorative object from the world of typing – ideal for a collection of vintage office objects or an industrial setting.
