Rare circular tin made of yellow and red lithographed iron, illustrated with a caricatured profile typical of advertisements from the first half of the 20th century. Inscription: "Le Niger Shoe Polish – Incomparably Brilliant!" Shoe polish tin in the style of Nergipub . The tin retains its original contents, with the metal opening lever still present.
✦ Origin: France ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1930–1940 ✦ Dimensions: 6.5 × 2.5 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed tinplate ✦ Condition: Very good overall condition, minor signs of wear, vibrant colors
An iconic box for French shoe polishes between the two world wars, part of the Nergipub advertising movement, sought after for its bold graphics and advertising typography typical of the 1930s.
