"Vermeer's Masterpieces in Vintage Style: Discover this Beautiful HUS Tin!"

"Vermeer's Masterpieces in Vintage Style: Discover this Beautiful HUS Tin!"

• Manufacturer: Bakery B. Hus
• Date of manufacture: 1960s

Description
Discover this beautiful vintage tin featuring images of some paintings by the famous Dutch master Johannes Vermeer. This rectangular tin is a unique collector's item that adds a touch of art and history to any space.

The tin, issued by the renowned firm Hus, known for its bread and biscuits, is a true eye-catcher. With its hinged lid and embossed mark on the bottom, the tin bears the authenticity of the Hus brand, a Dutch bakery that supplied bakery products to The Hague and a large part of the Netherlands from 1915 to 1987.

What makes this tin truly special are the exquisite reproductions of Vermeer's masterpieces. Adorning the long sides is the famous "View of Delft," one of Vermeer's most renowned paintings. This iconic artwork, painted between 1660 and 1661, now hangs in the Mauritshuis in The Hague. It depicts a picturesque view of the city of Delft, showcasing Vermeer's mastery of capturing light and atmosphere.

The short sides of the tin display the romance of Vermeer's work with a reproduction of "The Love Letter." This intimate scene, painted around 1669-1670, portrays an elegant woman receiving a love letter. The painting is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam and serves as a beautiful example of Vermeer's refined brushstrokes and his ability to capture emotion.

The lid of the tin reveals the painting "Domestic Scene with Man and Woman," creating a warm and cosy atmosphere.

Whether you are an art enthusiast, a collector of vintage items, or seeking a unique gift, this rectangular tin with beautiful Vermeer reproductions is sure to capture attention and serve as a conversation piece. Add a touch of art history to your interior with this exceptional piece.

Condition
While this tin displays its vintage condition with some signs of use and wear, it adds to its charm and authenticity.

Dimensions
The tin measures 15.9 cm in length, 10.7 cm in width, and 6.3 cm in height.

Bakkerij B. Hus: An Iconic Dutch Bakery

Bakkerij B. Hus, founded in 1915 and active until 1987, was a well-known Dutch bread and pastry bakery that provided delicious bakery products to The Hague and a large part of the Netherlands. The bakery was often simply referred to as "Hus" by the locals. From 1971 to 1987, the largest bakery in the Netherlands was located in Rijswijk, known as the Hus bakery.

In 1970, the company had a staggering 165 branches and employed 1,350 workers. In 1971, Meneba, a food company, opened the largest bread, cake, pastry, and biscuit factory in the Netherlands in the Plaspoelpolder area of Rijswijk. This factory was named Hus-Lensvelt Bakkerijen B.V. and covered an area of 23,000 square meters. After its opening, the factories located on Jacob Catsstraat and Ootmarsumstraat were closed. In addition to customers from the surrounding areas, the United States Army, stationed in West Germany until 1985, was the bakery's largest customer.

Due to unprofitable exports to Germany, the factory had to reduce its workforce by 150 employees. In 1987, Meneba made the decision to close the Hus-Lensvelt factory and relocate it to another struggling Meneba factory in Rotterdam, formerly known as Van der Meer & Schoep. This consolidation allowed them to compete better. Today, this abandoned factory complex is known as De Broodfabriek Expo & Event Center.

The bakery also provided home delivery of bread and other bakery products. Initially, this was done by bicycle with a wicker basket in the front, later with a cargo bike and wooden bread carts, and eventually with electric delivery vans from Spijkstaal.

Some of Hus's most famous bread products were:

• Zeeuwse tarwebrood, also known as 'Allinsonbrood'.
• King Corn Bread, which became popular through television commercials.
• Tarvo malt bread.
• Tip-Top white bread.

An interesting fact is that in 1964, it was discovered that the rolls of biscuits from Hus and Lensvelt-Nicola contained only 12 biscuits instead of the usual 13. According to the management, there was no deliberate intention, and it was attributed to the fact that the biscuits were thicker than usual.

Bakkerij B. Hus played a prominent role in the Dutch bakery sector throughout its existence, and its delicious products provided many people with tasty treats for years. Unfortunately, Bakkerij B. Hus is no longer active in the present day. However, it remains an iconic part of Dutch bakery history, with its large factory and extensive range of bread and pastry products. While the factory may have closed, the memories of Hus's delightful products continue to live on in the minds and hearts of those who have tasted them.