Superb deep blue lithographed tin pharmaceutical box, featuring a refined typographical design characteristic of Belle Époque pharmaceutical products. It highlights antiseptic lozenges for throat ailments, with an explicit mention of cocaine, then used in medicine for its anesthetic properties. The monochrome graphics, more understated than polychrome versions, along with the presence of a central medallion and stylized floral motifs, give this model a particularly sought-after aesthetic. Visible wear, with chips and traces of oxidation, reinforces its authenticity and collectible interest.
✦ Provenance: France ✦ Estimated Period: Circa 1900 ✦ Dimensions: 7.5 x 5 x 3 cm ✦ Material: Lithographed tin ✦ Condition: Used condition with small paint chips, scratches and early signs of oxidation, legible and uniform decor.
An emblematic format of early metal pharmaceutical boxes, appreciated for its graphic aesthetic and its theme related to old remedies.
