Tobler - Box - for chocolates - faux leather
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Antique Tobler Bern chocolate box from Switzerland, made of simulated leather, dating to 1930–1940, dimensions 31.5 x 23 x 3.5 cm.
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Rare Tobler Bern chocolate box in imitation leather with stamped portrait.
Anni '20/'40 del '900
Brand: Chocolat Tobler Bern (Switzerland).
Model/Series: Identification number on the back 6428.
Style: elegant Victorian-style casket, with a goffrato embossed covering that simulates leather.
Decoration: at the center of the lid there is a print of the painting portraying Henriette Marie of France as Flora by Jean-Marc Nattier. The frame is richly decorated with floral motifs and shells at the corners.
Dimensions: 31.5 x 23 x 3.5 cm
Original Content: the box was intended to contain 500 g of "Bonbons surfins et liqueur au chocolat assortis" (fine chocolates and liqueur pralines), as described on the back.
Condition: excellent, signs of wear, minor chipping and scratches, it still closes perfectly. Clean and intact.
Seller's Story
"Il Frontespizio" is a shop specializing in the sale of illustrated, art, and fine books, antique and rare items, first editions from all eras, and out-of-print works, as well as autographed books and manuscripts. It also offers prints, postcards, figurines, magazines, and other collectible paper objects. Occasionally, other types of collectibles such as toys and vintage items, vinyl records, medals, and banknotes are put up for sale.
It is born as an online extension of the antique shop 'La Bottega d’Arte' in Como, opened in the 1970s and a point of reference for antique collectors and art lovers, with its three shops located in the historic center. The shop is registered with FIMA (Italian Federation of Art Dealers), providing an additional guarantee for clients.
The Frontispiece is managed by Barbara Lombardi, a passionate bibliophile who has been collecting illustrated books from the first half of the 20th century, photography books, and artist books for over 25 years.
Translated by Google TranslateRare Tobler Bern chocolate box in imitation leather with stamped portrait.
Anni '20/'40 del '900
Brand: Chocolat Tobler Bern (Switzerland).
Model/Series: Identification number on the back 6428.
Style: elegant Victorian-style casket, with a goffrato embossed covering that simulates leather.
Decoration: at the center of the lid there is a print of the painting portraying Henriette Marie of France as Flora by Jean-Marc Nattier. The frame is richly decorated with floral motifs and shells at the corners.
Dimensions: 31.5 x 23 x 3.5 cm
Original Content: the box was intended to contain 500 g of "Bonbons surfins et liqueur au chocolat assortis" (fine chocolates and liqueur pralines), as described on the back.
Condition: excellent, signs of wear, minor chipping and scratches, it still closes perfectly. Clean and intact.
Seller's Story
"Il Frontespizio" is a shop specializing in the sale of illustrated, art, and fine books, antique and rare items, first editions from all eras, and out-of-print works, as well as autographed books and manuscripts. It also offers prints, postcards, figurines, magazines, and other collectible paper objects. Occasionally, other types of collectibles such as toys and vintage items, vinyl records, medals, and banknotes are put up for sale.
It is born as an online extension of the antique shop 'La Bottega d’Arte' in Como, opened in the 1970s and a point of reference for antique collectors and art lovers, with its three shops located in the historic center. The shop is registered with FIMA (Italian Federation of Art Dealers), providing an additional guarantee for clients.
The Frontispiece is managed by Barbara Lombardi, a passionate bibliophile who has been collecting illustrated books from the first half of the 20th century, photography books, and artist books for over 25 years.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Switzerland
Manufacturer/brand
Tobler
Material
faux leather
Model
for chocolates
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
31.5 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
3.5 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
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