Vintage Patria Biscuit Tin with Atmospheric Zaanse Schans Illustration
SKU: BT-5324-25Vintage Cookie or Biscuit Tin – Zaanse Schans Illustration (c. 1950–1970)
✅ Short Product Description:
• Charming vintage tin by Patria, featuring a watercolor illustration of the Zaanse Schans on the lid.
• Atmospheric storage tin for lovers of nostalgia, Dutch scenery, and biscuit factory memorabilia.
📋 Detailed Product Description:
- Manufacturer: Patria Quality Biscuits
- Production Date: 1950 – 1970
About this vintage tin:
This rectangular cookie or biscuit tin from the 1950s–1970s was produced by the Amsterdam-based biscuit factory Patria. The hinged lid is adorned with a colorful watercolor of traditional Zaanse houses and a windmill — a charming tribute to the Dutch countryside. The body of the tin is moss green, decorated with a black-and-white panoramic view of the Zaanse Schans.
Dimensions:
• Height: 5 cm
• Width: 17 cm
• Depth (Length): 26 cm
Material: Tinplate
Brand: Patria
Condition:
The tin is in good vintage condition with signs of use and age appropriate to its era. Please refer to the photos for a complete impression of its condition.
About the manufacturer:
Patria was a well-known biscuit factory based in Amsterdam, producing cookies, crackers, and rusk. The company became particularly famous for its large embossed tins featuring the Rijksmuseum, which were a common sight in Dutch households during the 1950s. In 1978, Patria made national headlines when female workers occupied the factory for a week to protest its closure. Despite their efforts, the factory shut down and the building was demolished in 1981.
Why it’s special:
This tin is not only a practical storage item but also a nostalgic piece of Dutch design history. A great addition to any vintage interior, collection, or as a unique gift for fans of the Zaanse Schans or traditional Dutch scenes.
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TAGS
Vintage tin, cookie tin, biscuit tin, Patria, Zaanse Schans, Dutch windmill, retro biscuit tin, nostalgia, collectible, vintage kitchen, decorative tin, 1950s, 1960s, vintage gift, Dutch design, biscuit factory, Dutch heritage.
Country of origin
Netherlands, Amsterdam
Kind of object
Rectangular vintage cookie tin by Patria, made of metal and decorated with a charming illustration.
Theme
Vintage, retro, collectible, metal tin, storage tin, decorative item, nostalgic, kitchen accessory, antique, Holland, souvenir, design, household, classic style, shabby chic.
Decoration
The decoration features a moss-green background with a black-and-white panorama of the Zaanse Schans on the sides, and a colorful watercolor of traditional Zaan houses and a windmill on the lid.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
The main color of the tin is moss green, complemented by black-and-white details on the sides and a soft-toned watercolor illustration on the lid.
Publisher
Patria Quality Biscuits
Manufacturer
Patria Biscuitfabriek Amsterdam
Brand
PATRIA
Material
Material: Tinplate (metal) with printed paint decoration
Particularities
What makes this tin special is its hinged lid featuring a unique watercolor of the Zaanse Schans, combined with the rare use of a black-and-white panoramic scene wrapping around the sides.
Era
Era: Mid-20th century (1950–1970)
Quality
Good vintage condition with normal signs of use and light wear consistent with age.
Height
5,00 cm
Lenght
26,00 cm
Width
17,00 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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