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Vintage Douwe Egberts Tea Spoon Box (1954) – Red Lining & Sailing Ship Motifs
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Vintage Douwe Egberts Tea Spoon Box from 1954
✅ Short product description:
• Elegantly designed tea spoon box by Douwe Egberts from 1954, made for Pickwick tea.
• A charming blend of functionality and nostalgia – perfect for tea lovers and collectors alike.
📋 Detailed product description:
- Manufacturer: Douwe Egberts for Pickwick
- Year of manufacture: 1954
More about this vintage tea spoon box:
This elongated oval tin was released in 1954 by Douwe Egberts and was available as a collectible in exchange for loyalty stamps when purchasing Pickwick tea. The box is richly decorated with classic images of sailing ships, fishermen, and waterscapes, evoking a warm and nostalgic atmosphere. The cream-colored lid features an old town with towers, windmills, a drawbridge, and boats on the water – a scene that looks like it stepped out of a traditional Dutch painting.
The tin is fitted with an elegant hinged snap lid with a distinctive wavy edge. Inside, you’ll find a striking red fabric lining with a brown and white illustration. The five-part hinge system ensures the lid opens and closes smoothly.
Dimensions:
• Height: 4.8 cm
• Width: 6.5 cm
• Depth (Length): 16.5 cm
Material: Metal (tin) with fabric interior lining
Brand: Douwe Egberts / Pickwick
Condition:
The box is in vintage condition showing typical signs of age such as wear and use, all visible in the attached photos — appropriate for an item of this age.
Manufacturer background:
Founded in 1753, Douwe Egberts grew to become an iconic brand in coffee, tea, and related products. In 1937, the company introduced the Pickwick tea brand, inspired by Charles Dickens’ novel The Pickwick Papers. This box is a fine example of 1950s marketing campaigns that used loyalty programs to connect consumers with the brand.
Notable features:
This unique collectible is not only a nostalgic addition to a display cabinet or tea set but also a decorative highlight for a table or country-style kitchen. An ideal gift for tea enthusiasts or collectors of Douwe Egberts memorabilia!
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Vintage, Douwe Egberts, Pickwick, tea tin, tea spoon box, 1954, retro, tin box, collectible, Dutch scenes, sailing ships, nostalgia, tea lover, red fabric interior, old tea tin, loyalty stamps, Douwe Egberts tin, Pickwick tea tin, Netherlands.
Country of origin
Founded in 1753 in Joure (Friesland), Douwe Egberts grew into a global brand — but its heritage is unmistakably Dutch.
Kind of object
An elongated, oval-shaped metal storage tin from 1954, designed to hold tea spoons and issued as a collectible loyalty item by Douwe Egberts for Pickwick tea.
Theme
Vintage tin, old tea tin, retro storage box, metal container, Douwe Egberts collectible, Pickwick savings tin, 1950s decor, nostalgic kitchenware, vintage tea box, Dutch scenes, antique kitchen tin, tin box, old kitchen items, tea
Decoration
The tin box is richly decorated with nostalgic Dutch scenes, including sailing ships, fishermen, windmills, a drawbridge, and a picturesque town by the water.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
The tin features a cream-colored lid with multicolored illustrations and a gold-toned rim, while the interior is lined with red fabric and a brown-and-white image.
Publisher
Douwe Egberts B.V. Joure
Manufacturer
Douwe Egberts
Brand
Pickwick
Material
Tin, metal, printed paint finish
Particularities
A standout detail is the unique five-part wraparound hinge combined with the red fabric lining and illustrated interior — elements that add charm and a touch of elegance.
Era
This tin dates from the post-war era of the 1950s, a time when loyalty campaigns and domestic elegance were at the forefront.
Quality
The tea spoon box is in vintage condition, showing signs of use and age-appropriate wear, consistent with an authentic item from 1954.
Height
4,80 cm
Lenght
16,50 cm
Width
6,50 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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