De Gruyter Vintage Cocoa Tin (1953) – Featuring Masterpieces by Pieter Bruegel the Elder
SKU: BT-5318-25Vintage Tin Canister De Gruyter – Pieter Bruegel the Elder (1953)
✅ Short product description:
A beautifully designed vintage tin canister from 1953, featuring reproductions of three masterpieces by Pieter Bruegel the Elder. This cocoa tin by De Gruyter blends art and utility in a nostalgic design.
Perfect for collectors of vintage packaging, classic art, or unique items with a story.
📋 Detailed product description:
- Manufacturer: De Gruyter
- Year of production: 1953
More about this vintage tin canister:
This tin is a typical example of how packaging in the 1950s often served both aesthetic and educational purposes. De Gruyter, a renowned Dutch grocery chain at the time, released this cocoa canister adorned with images of iconic paintings by Pieter Bruegel the Elder: The Peasant Wedding, The Census at Bethlehem, and The Peasant Dance.
The tin features a hinged lid with rolled edge and inset hinge, framed by a broad red border that gives it a timeless, classic appeal.
Dimensions:
• Height: 7.5 cm
• Width: 11 cm
• Depth: 17.4 cm
Material: Tin
Brand: De Gruyter
Condition:
Original vintage condition with minor signs of use and age-related wear consistent with its age. The patina enhances the charm and authenticity of the piece.
About the manufacturer:
De Gruyter was a well-known Dutch retail chain that stood out for its luxurious store interiors and stylish packaging. With the famous slogan “En betere waar – en tien procent – alleen De Gruyter” (Better goods – and ten percent – only at De Gruyter), the brand became known for both quality and marketing innovation. This canister reflects their visual and cultural approach to branding.
Noteworthy aspects:
The fusion of everyday utility with classical art makes this canister a standout piece for collectors of retro packaging or fine art references. A tasteful addition to a vintage interior, museum collection, or themed display. Also a unique gift for Bruegel enthusiasts or lovers of nostalgic design.
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TAGS
Vintage tin, De Gruyter, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, The Peasant Wedding, The Census at Bethlehem, The Peasant Dance, cocoa tin, retro packaging, art on tin, 1950s packaging, Bruegel paintings, collectible tin, mid-century design, nostalgia, old grocery tin
Country of origin
The Netherlands, ’s-Hertogenbosch. 👉 Note: De Gruyter was a Dutch retail chain with its headquarters in ’s-Hertogenbosch. Many of their packaging designs were created and produced there, or commissioned from local manufacturers.
Kind of object
A rectangular vintage cocoa tin made of metal, featuring artistic prints and intended as a decorative packaging piece.
Theme
Vintage, tin, canister, retro, decorative, art, Bruegel, De Gruyter, cocoa tin, packaging, nostalgia, antique, collectible, 1950s, mid-century, old grocery tin, Dutch retail chain, painting, reproduction, peasant life.
Decoration
The decoration features colorful reproductions of three paintings by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, framed by a wide red border on the lid.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
The tin features predominantly warm red and brown tones, complemented by colorful illustrations and accents in cream, green, and blue.
Publisher
De Gruyter
Brand
De Gruyter - De Gruijter
Material
Material: Tin (metal) with printed paint decoration
Particularities
What makes this piece special is the combination of art-historical reproductions with functional packaging design — a hallmark of De Gruyter’s upscale store presentation in the 1950s.
Era
This item dates from the mid-century era (circa 1950s), characterized by functional design combined with decorative and cultural elements.
Quality
The canister remains in good original vintage condition, showing light wear and usage marks appropriate for its age.
Height
7,50 cm
Lenght
17,40 cm
Width
11,00 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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