Vintage Verkade Biscuit Tin – Nostalgic Design with Nasturtium Motif
SKU: BT-5167-25Vintage Verkade Biscuit Tin – Nostalgic Design with Nasturtium Motif
- Manufacturer: Fa. Verkade
- Designer: Cees Dekker
- Period: 1960s - 1980s
Product Description:
This original Verkade biscuit tin is a recognizable and functional piece of Dutch industrial design. Designed by Cees Dekker and produced by Verkade, a brand synonymous with quality and craftsmanship since 1886.
Features and Design:
The tin features a cylindrical shape with a yellow base and a subtle diamond pattern in a lighter shade. A green band at the bottom provides contrast. The decoration showcases six flower vines of nasturtium in red, yellow, and green. The lid fits securely and is adorned with a wreath in the same floral pattern. The back of the tin has a pressed seam, a typical manufacturing characteristic of this period.
Dimensions:
- Height: 21 cm (8.27 inches)
- Diameter: 10 cm (3.94 inches)
Condition:
This vintage piece shows typical signs of use that align with its age. Detailed photos provide a realistic depiction of the tin's condition.
This Verkade biscuit tin is not only a practical storage container but also a collectible item that represents a piece of Dutch design history. Ideal for enthusiasts of vintage kitchenware, industrial design, and classic Dutch brands.
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TAGS
Verkade, vintage tin, retro kitchen, biscuit tin, Cees Dekker, nasturtium, Dutch design, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, industrial design, kitchen decor, brocante, collectible item, nostalgia, retro living, Dutch brands, storage.
Country of origin
Netherlands - Zaandam
Kind of object
A vintage metal Verkade biscuit tin from the Netherlands, designed by Cees Dekker, featuring a decorative floral motif of nasturtium.
Theme
Vintage tin, retro biscuit tin, Verkade tin, old storage tin, nostalgic kitchenware, metal storage tin, brocante kitchen decor, retro kitchen accessory, Dutch design classic, antique tin collection.
Decoration
The biscuit tin is adorned with a vibrant floral motif of nasturtium, featuring elegant green vines and flowers in red and orange shades on a yellow background with a subtle diamond pattern.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
The colors of the decoration are green, red, yellow, and orange, combined with a yellow background and a lighter yellow diamond pattern.
Publisher
Verkade Fabrieken Zaandam
Manufacturer
Verkade Fabrieken Zaandam
Designer
Cees Dekker
Brand
Verkade
Material
The material of the biscuit tin is metal, with a printed paint finish for a durable and glossy appearance.
Particularities
The distinctive features of this Verkade biscuit tin include the unique design by Cees Dekker, the use of nasturtium as decoration, and the characteristic pressed seam, typical of the production from that era.
Era
The era of this Verkade biscuit tin spans from the 1960s to the 1980s.
Quality
The quality of this Verkade biscuit tin is solid and authentic, with signs of use that are consistent with its age, but otherwise in good condition for a vintage item.
Height
21,00 cm (8.27 inches)
Diameter
10,00 cm (3.94 inches)
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
