Cylindrical Yellow Verkade Vintage Biscuit Tin and Half Biscuit with Nasturtium Design
SKU: BT-5162-25Cylindrical Yellow Verkade Vintage Biscuit Tin and Half Biscuit with Nasturtium Design
- Manufacturer: Fa. Verkade
- Designer: Cees Dekker
- Date: 1930 - 1980
Biscuit Tin and Half Biscuit from Koninklijke Verkade Fabrieken, Zaandam
Product Description:
This vintage biscuit tin and its matching half biscuit are iconic pieces from the Dutch Verkade factory, designed by Cees Dekker. The straight, cylindrical tins feature a gently curved lid that fits loosely over the rim. The design is characterized by a yellow background with a subtle light yellow checkered pattern, adorned with a green lower border. The tin showcases a playful decoration of nasturtium vines in a combination of green, red, and yellow hues, which wind around both the sides of the tin and form a wreath on the lid. The biscuit tin has a rolled rim on the lid and a pressed seam along the back. The Verkade logo is embossed on the bottom of the tin.
Condition:
This set is in vintage condition with visible signs of use and normal wear due to age. The photos are part of the description and provide a clear overview of the item's condition.
Dimensions:
- Biscuit Tin:
- Height: 21 cm (8.27 inches)
- Diameter: 10 cm (3.94 inches)
- Small Biscuit Tin:
- Height: 16 cm (6.30 inches)
- Diameter: 10 cm (3.94 inches)
Verkade: A Dutch Heritage
Verkade is one of the most recognizable brands in the Netherlands, founded on May 2, 1886, by Ericus Gerhardus Verkade. The company's first products were bread, biscuits, ontbijtkoek (spiced gingerbread), and Langetjes (small biscuits), and later expanded to include tealights. Over time, the brand grew and specialized in cookies and chocolate. The original logo refers to the "De Ruyter" windmill in West Zaandam, honoring the brand's historical roots.
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus)
Nasturtium is an annual plant from the Tropaeolaceae family, known for its creeping or climbing nature. The leaves, which often resemble a shield, are edible and have a sharp flavor reminiscent of horseradish. The flowers, leaves, and seeds of nasturtium are used in cooking, such as in marinades or as a spice. The use of this plant in the design of the Verkade biscuit tin adds a natural and lively atmosphere to the classic product.
These vintage Verkade biscuit tins with the unique nasturtium design are not only functional items but also a collectable pieces of historical value, showcasing a fine example of 20th-century Dutch industrial design.
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Country of origin
Netherlands, Zaandam
Kind of object
A vintage cylindrical biscuit tin from Verkade, designed by Cees Dekker, adorned with nasturtium in retro colors and a subtle checkered pattern.
Theme
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Decoration
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Category
Vintage tins
Color
Yellow, light yellow, green, red, and a subtle orange hue.
Publisher
Verkade
Manufacturer
Koninklijke Verkade Zaamdam
Designer
Cees Dekker
Brand
VERKADE
Material
The material is metal, with a pressed seam along the back and an embossed Verkade logo on the bottom.
Particularities
The special features of this item are the unique design by Cees Dekker, its historical Verkade heritage, and the vibrant nasturtium decoration, which gives the vintage tin design a distinctive character.
Era
The era of this item spans the period between 1930 and 1980.
Quality
The quality of this vintage tin item is good, with signs of use and age-related wear, which enhances the authentic charm of the piece.
Height
See description
Diameter
See description
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
