Glim Wall-Mounted Polishing Tin – Cranes & Blossom Design – c. 1920–1935

✅ Short core description

Rare black-lacquered Glim polishing tin featuring beautiful oriental-style decorations of cranes, blossom, and lanterns. A charming and characterful piece of Dutch advertising from the interwar period.

📋 Quick product details

• Manufacturer: N.V. Dordrechtsche Metaalwarenfabriek v/h Wed. J. Bekkers & Zoon (Verblifa)
• Brand: Glim
• Period: approx. 1920–1935
• Material: tin (metal)

Dimensions:
• Height: 21 cm
• Length: 27 cm
• Width: 13.5 cm

• Condition: good vintage condition with normal signs of use

🛠 About the product / Function

This rectangular polishing tin features a distinctive slanted lid and a triangular back with a hanging eye. Thanks to this design, the tin can be used both freestanding and wall-mounted.

The decorations of cranes, blossoming branches, and lanterns give the piece a pronounced oriental aesthetic. The sides display the “GLIM” brand, while the inside of the lid features the original Dutch text:

“In this tin, only ‘GLIM’ products may be stored.”

🏭 Manufacturer & history

The Glim factory in Overschie (1918–1970) was a well-known Dutch brand of polishing products. With the slogan “Be smart, use Glim,” the company secured a firm place in many households.

Production took place in a distinctive factory building featuring large “GLIM” lettering. The brand ceased to exist in 1970 following its acquisition by Koninklijke Zwanenberg Organon.

⭐ Special features / Highlights

• Original Glim branding and slogan
• Decorative design with cranes, lanterns, and blossom
• With hanging eye – suitable for wall-mounted or freestanding use
• Rare Dutch advertising design from the 1920s–1930s

📦 Shipping: Dispatched within 1–2 business days as a tracked parcel. Carefully packaged to prevent damage.

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