Antique Victorian Biscuit / Tea Tin with Water Lily Design (c. 1890–1910)
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This charming antique lithographed tin is a wonderful survivor from the late Victorian to Edwardian period, dating to around 1890–1910. Made in the style of Huntley & Palmers or Hudson Scott, this trunk-shaped tin would originally have been used for biscuits, tea, or confectionery, and was designed to be cherished and repurposed as a keepsake box.
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Crafted from tinplate with a hinged lid and sturdy wire carry handle, the box is decorated with exquisite water lily motifs framed by ornate gilt Rococo scrollwork. The deep forest-green background highlights the delicate white flowers, symbols of purity and tranquillity much loved in Victorian design. Its unusual casket-like form with sloping sides makes it especially collectible.
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Condition
The tin is in good vintage condition, with age-related wear and interior oxidation consistent with its age. The exterior lithography remains bright and attractive, making it a fine decorative piece as well as a collectible.
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Dimensions
Approx. 15cm height X 15cm width (at widest part) x 20cm length
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Why Collect?
Genuine Victorian/Edwardian advertising tin
Elegant water lily floral design with Art Nouveau appeal
Decorative storage chest for sewing supplies, letters, keepsakes or display
Collectible piece of social and design history
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A rare and decorative Victorian tin, perfect for collectors of antique advertising, kitchenalia, or floral-themed ephemera.
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