Red Vintage Biscuit Tin from ARK with Flower and Butterfly Decor

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Red Vintage Biscuit Tin from ARK with Flower and Butterfly Decor

• Manufacturer: Verblifa
• Manufacturing Date: 1950 / 1975

Product Description:
This red vintage biscuit tin from the ARK brand is manufactured by Verblifa and dates back to the period 1950-1989. The tin is gracefully adorned with flower and butterfly decorations in white and gold accents. It features a hinged slip lid, which clearly displays the ARK brand in dark yellow lettering on the back.

Condition:
This tin is in a vintage condition and shows normal signs of use and age-related wear. The attached photos are an essential part of the description and provide a detailed view of the condition.

Dimensions:

• Height: 7.0 cm
• Length: 17.0 cm
• Width: 11.0 cm

Background Information about ARK:
ARK began in 1920 as a craft bakery, specializing in rusks and gingerbread. The bakery was run by a family with five sons and two daughters. In 1931, two of the sons, Gerrit Jan and Martinus Johan van Ark, decided to build a factory on Zwolseweg, where Ark's Rusks Factory is still located.

In the early years, ARK only produced rusks and gingerbread, but in 1938, the range was expanded to include biscuits and cookies. Initially, ARK supplied to bakers, but later also to grocery stores throughout the Netherlands. ARK products were particularly popular in the provinces of Overijssel, Zeeland, and South Holland. In 1975, the factory was taken over by Bolletje, with the ARK products becoming a valuable addition to the Bolletje range.

Benefits and Interesting Aspects:
This red vintage tin from ARK combines authentic and nostalgic vintage design with unique flower and butterfly decorations, making it not only functional but also an attractive decoration for any kitchen. With a rich history in the Dutch bakery industry, this tin represents the heritage and quality of ARK, making it a valuable item for collectors and lovers of retro items.

This red vintage tin from ARK combines aesthetics with practical usability and tells a story of an era filled with artisanal tradition and innovation in the Dutch bakery sector.

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