A superb lithographed tin advertising box signed LU , depicting children and animals around the famous Petit-Beurre biscuit. The overall design, predominantly gold and black, blends scenes of childhood with wheat sheaves, the brand's symbol. The domed lid, adorned with a stylized wheat motif, and the original metal handle give this box a rare charm. This is a conical biscuit tin , produced in the late 19th or very early 20th century, emblematic of the lithographic production of Lefèvre-Utile in Nantes.
✦ Origin: France, LU biscuit factory - Nantes ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1898-1905 ✦ Dimensions: 16 × 14 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed sheet metal, metal handle ✦ Condition: Good condition for its age, even patina, slight traces of oxidation, complete and legible decoration
An iconic piece of French food advertising from the Belle Époque, a testament to the lithographic expertise and refined visual identity of the LU company.
