Vintage Tomado Kleurmetaal Storage Tin – Red & White – Circa 1965

✅ Short Description

Bring a touch of authentic Dutch 1960s design into your home with this vintage Tomado storage tin from the popular Kleurmetaal series. Its striking abstract red-and-white pattern, combined with the glossy red lid, makes this tin a true eye-catcher. Originally designed for storing dry food products, it is now equally appreciated as a decorative piece in a retro, Mid-Century Modern, or vintage interior.

📋 Quick Product Details

• Brand: Tomado (Van der Togt Massa Artikelen)
• Origin: Dordrecht, Netherlands
• Period: Circa 1965
• Series: Kleurmetaal
• Material: Lacquered metal
• Colour: Red and white with a glossy red lid
• Pattern: Abstract sponge/crackle design
• Function: Storage tin / kitchen canister

Dimensions
•Height: 17 cm
•Diameter: 10 cm

Condition
This storage tin is in good vintage condition with normal signs of use and wear consistent with its age.

🏡 About This Product

This original Tomado storage tin belongs to the well-known Kleurmetaal series, introduced in the mid-1960s. Its distinctive abstract pattern reflects the bold graphic style that became characteristic of the era, making it both practical and highly decorative.

Originally intended for storing dry food items such as rusks, sugar, coffee, or other kitchen staples, this canister has become a popular collectible and decorative accent for vintage-inspired interiors.

The design was produced in three vibrant colour combinations: red and white, yellow and green, and blue and white. The red-and-white version is among the most recognisable and sought-after designs in the Kleurmetaal collection.

🏭 Manufacturer & History

Tomado (Van der Togt Massa Artikelen), based in Dordrecht, became one of the Netherlands' leading manufacturers of household products from the 1950s onwards. Best known for its iconic wire shelving systems and practical kitchen accessories, the company introduced the colourful Kleurmetaal series during the 1960s. This collection combined everyday functionality with bold modern graphics, perfectly reflecting the optimistic and innovative interior design trends of the decade.

⭐ Special Features

• Original Tomado storage tin from circa 1965
• Part of the sought-after Kleurmetaal series
• Eye-catching abstract red-and-white pattern
• Original glossy red lid
• Authentic Dutch design from Dordrecht
• Both decorative and practical
• Ideal for collectors of vintage kitchenware and Mid-Century Modern design

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