Vintage Van Houten Tin – Cube-Shaped with Colorful Venice Scenes
SKU: BT-5299-25Square Van Houten Tin – Venice in Colour
✅ Short Product Description:
Old and unique: This square Van Houten tin is a colourful cube featuring images of Venice, made between 1920 and 1970.
Secure closure: The hinged lid keeps everything safely stored inside.
Dimensions: 9.8 cm high, 9.5 cm wide and deep.
Style: Black base with gold and orange lines, decorated with colourful Venetian scenes.
A Piece of History!
Van Houten is an iconic Dutch chocolate family company, founded in 1815 by Casparus van Houten Sr. in Amsterdam. The brand is famous for its cocoa powder that revolutionized the chocolate industry. The images on this tin take you on a journey to magical Venice, also known as the “City of Water.”
Why Choose This Tin?
Vintage charm with a rich history
Beautiful decoration that’s a true eye-catcher in any interior
Perfect for collectors and retro design lovers
Grab your chance and bring Venice home!
📋 Detailed Product Description:
- Manufacturer: C.J. Van Houten & Zoon N.V.
- Date of Manufacture: 1920–1970
This square Van Houten tin is a special vintage find, produced between 1920 and 1970. The cube shape with a hinged, snap-shut lid makes the tin practical and sturdy. The black base is stylishly finished with gold and orange lines. Each side features colourful images of Italian Venice, making the tin a work of art in itself.
Inside the lid, the original printed text reads:
C.J. Van Houten & Zoon N.V. Kon. Fabriek van cacao en chocolade WEESP - HOLLAND
Van Houten is named after the family company that started producing chocolate products in Amsterdam in 1815. Casparus van Houten Sr. was a pioneer in grinding cocoa beans into cocoa powder, a product that revolutionized the chocolate industry. The patent expired in 1838, after which cocoa powder production expanded widely.
Venice, depicted on the tin, is located in northeastern Italy and is famous for its waterways, bridges, and rich history. The name “Venice” may be related to the Latin word “venetus,” meaning “sea blue.” The city also carries nicknames like the “City of Water” and “La Serenissima.”
With this tin, you bring not only a piece of nostalgia into your home but also a story that will delight both chocolate and travel enthusiasts. It’s an ideal collectible and a stunning decoration for any vintage and design lover.
Dimensions:
- Height: 9.8 cm
- Length: 9.5 cm
- Width: 9.5 cm
Bring a piece of Venice and chocolate history together in your home with this unique Van Houten tin!
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TAGS
Vintage, Van Houten, chocolate tin, Venice, retro, cube tin, 1920-1970, collectible, decorative tin, nostalgia, old tin, design, vintage decor, kitchen tin, tin with lid, Dutch brand
Country of origin
Netherlands, Weesp (Weesp was the location of the Royal Van Houten chocolate factory).
Kind of object
Vintage Van Houten cube-shaped chocolate tin with colorful Venetian scenes.
Theme
Retro, vintage, tin, chocolate tin, old tin, Van Houten, decoration, collectible, kitchen decor, nostalgia, with lid, small tin, classic print, cocoa tin, Dutch factory, Italian cities, Venice.
Decoration
The decoration features a black background with gold and orange lines, framed by colorful images of Venice on all sides.
Category
Vintage tins
Color
Black base with gold and orange accents and multicolored illustrations.
Publisher
Van Houten Weesp
Manufacturer
C.J. Van Houten & Zoon N.V.
Brand
Van Houten
Material
Tinplate, metal, painted print finish
Particularities
What makes this piece special is the combination of rich, colorful images of Venice with the original factory print on the inside of the lid.
Era
Manufactured between 1920 and 1970.
Quality
Good vintage condition with minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Height
9,80 cm
Lenght
9,50 cm
Width
9,50 cm
Shipping method
Parcel post with track & trace
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