Vintage Royco Soup Tin with Illustrations by Rien Poortvliet

Vintage Royco Soup Tin with Illustrations by Rien Poortvliet

• Manufacturer: Zaanlandia
• Date of Manufacture: 1980s

Product Description:
This vintage soup tin by Royco, produced by Zaanlandia in the 1980s, is a fine representation of nostalgia and artistic craftsmanship.

The tin, intended for dried vegetable soup, is adorned with illustrations by the Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet. It features drawings of a deer, bunnies, a roe deer, foxes, and an owl that decorate the body of the tin.

It is equipped with a hinged lid and is in good vintage condition, with some signs of use and age-related wear. The photos with this product provide a clear view of the condition.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Zaanlandia
• Date of Manufacture: 1980s
• Dimensions: Height 9 cm, Width 12 cm, Length 17 cm
• Decoration: Illustrations by Rien Poortvliet
• Condition: Good vintage condition with normal signs of use and wear

Background Information:

Royco, originally a brand of the American company Lipton, was partly acquired by Unilever in 1937. The introduction of dried soups in Europe took place around 1950. This soup tin represents an era when Royco specially packaged its products.

Rien Poortvliet (1932-1995) was a prominent Dutch illustrator known for his detailed and atmospheric nature drawings. Despite a strict Reformed upbringing and initial opposition to a career as an artist, Poortvliet developed into a respected illustrator and painter. He worked for various publishers and illustrated books by authors such as Jaap ter Haar and Godfried Bomans. Poortvliet's work, characterized by his love for nature and hunting, reflects a unique combination of craftsmanship and passion.

This vintage soup tin is an attractive collectable for art and nostalgia enthusiasts, and a fine example of the collaboration between commercial production and artistic talent.

© Copyright Retro & Design. All rights reserved. Text and images may not be reproduced without permission.