Albert Heijn Vintage Tea Tin – Square Cube, Gold with Oriental Woman

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Vintage Albert Heijn Tea Tin (1949) – Gold Cube with Oriental Motif

✅ Quick Overview

• Elegant square tea tin by Albert Heijn from 1949, featuring a luxurious gold-toned base and exotic decoration of an oriental woman.

• Perfect for collectors or as a striking retro accent in your interior.

📋 Product Details

• Year: 1949
• Shape: Square cube with hinged lid and clasp
• Decoration: Gold, sea blue, black and white; arabesque-style motifs
• Dimensions: 9.5 × 9.5 × 10.0 cm (W × L × H)
• Condition: Good vintage condition
• Marked: “Albert Heijn” embossed on the base

🛠 About the Product / Function

This cube-shaped tea tin combines functionality with eye-catching aesthetics. The hinged lid closes neatly to protect the contents. Each side is uniquely decorated: floral arabesques and stylized portraits of an exotic woman wearing a crown give the tin a luxurious look. The main colors—gold and sea blue—make it a timeless statement piece in any kitchen or collection.

🏭 Manufacturer & History

Made for Albert Heijn, one of the oldest and best-known supermarket chains in the Netherlands. This tin reflects the stylish packaging designs popular in the mid-20th century, combining practical use with decorative appeal.

⭐ Special Features / Highlights

• Luxurious gold finish with arabesque and figurative motifs
• Two sides feature different illustrations
• “Albert Heijn” embossed on the base
• Ideal for collectors of vintage tins and Dutch design classics

📦 Shipping: Sent as a parcel with track & trace, carefully packaged to prevent damage.

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