{"title":"Old French \u0026 Italian metal tins","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA small collection of old metal tins found in France and Italy - each one with its own scratches, faded colors, worn edges and little signs of a life before it arrived here.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo two tins are exactly alike. Some are decorated, some are beautifully simple, and all of them have the kind of character that cannot be reproduced in something newly made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse them for watercolor pans, brushes, pencils, small treasures, sewing supplies or all the tiny things that otherwise seem to disappear across your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are sold as found, with age, wear and imperfections as part of their story. Each tin is chosen individually, and when one is gone, that particular one is gone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-french-yasma-eucalyptus-tin","title":"Vintage French Yasma Eucalyptus Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully worn French metal tin from Yasma, originally made for eucalyptus balm.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep black, cream and turquoise design has that unmistakable old pharmacy feeling, complete with softened edges, small scratches and marks from its previous life. The wear is part of what makes it so beautiful - this is a genuinely old tin, not a modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289510174987,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9720_3.jpg?v=1786015432"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-kalmine-tin","title":"Vintage French Kalmine Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully worn French metal tin that once held twelve Kalmine sachets, sold for fatigue, fever, sleeplessness and pain.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black and warm cream design is wonderfully dramatic, with illustrated sachets across the front and plenty of scratches, marks and softened edges from age. It has exactly the imperfect, timeworn character that makes old tins so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289512141067,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9710_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-capstan-navy-cut-cigarette-tin","title":"Vintage Capstan Navy Cut Cigarette Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully weathered British metal tin that once held Capstan Navy Cut cigarettes, made by W.D. \u0026amp; H.O. Wills in Bristol and London.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe faded blue surface has developed the most wonderful pattern of scratches, rust marks and worn areas over time. It feels almost like an abstract painting, with every little mark adding to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289556345099,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9718_3.jpg?v=1786015432"},{"product_id":"vintage-prince-de-monaco-tin","title":"Vintage Prince de Monaco Tin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully timeworn metal tin featuring the Prince’s Palace of Monaco, with the name \u003cstrong\u003eEd. Laurens, Alexandrie - Le Caire\u003c\/strong\u003e across the front.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe faded orange, deep green and warm ochre colors have softened beautifully with age. Scratches, marks and worn areas cover the surface, giving it the feeling of a tiny old travel souvenir that has already lived a long life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289556967691,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9709_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-kalmine-tin-1","title":"Vintage French Kalmine Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully aged French metal tin that once held thirty Kalmine sachets, sold for fatigue, fever, sleeplessness and pain.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe faded blue, cream and rust-toned surface has become wonderfully textured over time, with scratches, worn lettering and plenty of patina. It has the slightly mysterious look of an old pharmacy object found at the back of a forgotten drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289593962763,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9717_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-encaustique-moderne-tin","title":"Vintage French Encaustique Moderne Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully worn round French metal tin for \u003cstrong\u003eEncaustique Moderne\u003c\/strong\u003e, an old wax polish.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe faded red, ochre and deep brown design has a beautiful graphic quality, with an illustrated chair in the center and layers of scratches, rust and patina across the surface. It feels like a small piece of an old French workshop or household.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289603137803,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9714_3.jpg?v=1786015432"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-reglisse-florent-tin","title":"Vintage French Réglisse Florent Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful round French metal tin that once held \u003cstrong\u003eRéglisse Florent\u003c\/strong\u003e, a liquorice paste made in Avignon.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep red, black and cream design has the wonderful look of an old French apothecary label, complete with heraldic lions, fine lettering and the words \u003cem\u003ePâte de Réglisse\u003c\/em\u003e across the front. The surface shows age, small scratches and wear, all adding to its original character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289607495947,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9704_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-reglisse-zan-tin","title":"Vintage French Réglisse Zan Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA charming round French metal tin that once held \u003cstrong\u003eRéglisse Zan\u003c\/strong\u003e perfumed liquorice pastilles, made in Uzès and Marseille.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright red, black and cream design features the wonderful old Zan rooster, surrounded by fine French lettering. Scratches, small marks and wear across the surface show its age and give it plenty of original character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289608085771,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9725_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-red-and-gold-french-tin","title":"Vintage Red and Gold French Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully worn rectangular French metal tin with a faded red and golden yellow design.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the original lettering has softened and disappeared with age, leaving behind a beautiful layered surface of rust, scratches, old print and warm earthy colors. It almost looks like a tiny abstract painting, and the mystery of what it once held is part of its charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289609036043,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9726_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-balto-melange-americain-tin","title":"Vintage Balto Mélange Américain Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA large vintage metal tin from \u003cstrong\u003eBalto Mélange Américain\u003c\/strong\u003e, decorated with a wonderful old sailing ship and seal illustration.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cream, red, black and golden design has a strong graphic look, while the scratches, small dents, stains and worn edges give the tin plenty of character from its previous life. It is larger than many of the other tins and would make a beautiful little storage box in a studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289609756939,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9713_3.jpg?v=1786015430"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-cartoucherie-tin","title":"Vintage French Cartoucherie Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA striking vintage French metal tin that once held \u003cstrong\u003e250 cartridges, calibre 22, double culot\u003c\/strong\u003e, made by Cartoucherie Française in Paris.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bright mint green, red and black design has a wonderfully bold, almost modern graphic quality. Small scratches, worn edges and marks from age give the surface plenty of character without taking away from the strong original print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289615786251,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9711_3.jpg?v=1786015431"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-mgm-cartridge-tin","title":"Vintage French MGM Cartridge Tin","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA striking vintage French metal tin that once held \u003cstrong\u003e50 double-charge cartridges, calibre 9 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, made by Manufacture Générale de Munitions.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich red, green and gold design has a bold graphic look, complete with illustrated cartridges and wonderfully aged lettering. Scratches, dark marks, worn edges and small areas of patina show its history and give the surface plenty of original character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold empty and exactly as found. Only one available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"arttobasic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53289620668683,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1111\/7323\/files\/IMG_9708_3.jpg?v=1786015431"}],"url":"https:\/\/arttobasic.com\/collections\/old-french-italian-metal-tins.oembed","provider":"arttobasic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}