Superb tin box and illustrated paper labels for Lefèvre-Utile biscuits from Nantes, known as the "Grand Prix Paris 1900". The main illustration, signed in the Belle Époque style, depicts a winged allegory blowing a trumpet, surrounded by ears of wheat and medals from the Universal Expositions (Paris 1900, Brussels 1910, Bordeaux 1907, Nancy 1909). The sides feature an engraved view of the famous LU factory on the banks of the Loire, a symbol of Nantes industry.
✦ Origin: Nantes, France ✦ Period: Circa 1910–1920 ✦ Dimensions: 23.5 × 22 × 12 cm ✦ Material: Sheet metal and labels ✦ Condition: Good overall appearance - some minor paper losses, traces of old ribbon, and noticeable wear on some corners
An icon of French advertising heritage, this LU box embodies the golden age of illustrated packaging and remains a sought-after piece in collections of antique biscuits and confectionery.
