A lithographed tin box featuring the iconic LU brand designs, adorned with a winged allegory and the inscription "Grand Prix Paris 1900." Unlike the classic cardboard versions, this metal model stands out for its sturdiness and beautiful original patina. The label affixed to the lid – "The LU-stamped boxes remain our property…" – recalls the deposit system used by the Lefèvre-Utile company at the beginning of the 20th century. On the sides, the detailed engraving of the Nantes factory and the inscription "Fingalais" highlight a specific production of LU biscuits.
✦ Origin: Nantes, France ✦ Period: Circa 1910–1920 ✦ Dimensions: 23.5 × 22 × 12 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed iron with original paper label ✦ Condition: Signs of wear, some lithography missing and label partially erased, but overall homogeneous and stable
A rare example of French industrial advertising, this metal version with a returnable label perfectly illustrates the graphic and logistical refinement of LU packaging from the beginning of the 20th century.
