Vintage pocket advertising pencil holder in dark green and gold, bearing the inscription "Semelles S.E.A". This type of item was offered by sole, shoe, and shoemaking accessory manufacturers or distributors as a lasting advertising medium. Its colorful design sets it apart from more common metal models and gives it a particularly elegant presentation. Intended for sales representatives, merchants, or loyal customers, it bears witness to the promotional practices of the first half of the 20th century.
✦ Provenance: France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: approx. 9 cm ✦ Material: Gilded metal, green lacquer ✦ Condition: Good general condition, legible marking, minor signs of wear, pencil present
An original advertising object related to the world of footwear and shoemaking, ideal for enriching a collection dedicated to old trades or commercial advertisements.
