Add authentic Belle Époque charm to your home with this beautiful antique French wooden confectionery box. Dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, this rare retail presentation box originates from the historic Chocolat Payraud firm, a celebrated chocolate manufacturer founded in Lyon, France, in 1834.
The lid features striking, ornate typography deeply stamped into the wood. The layout features the word "Crème" (indicating it originally held premium chocolate creams or fondants), the "Chocolat Payraud" brand framed diagonally inside a classic ribbon banner, a stylized "CP" monogram, and the city of origin, "Lyon."
Unlike rough bulk shipping crates, this compact box was a high-end retail gift box, meticulously sized to protect delicate sweets brought home from a French boutique. Today, its warm patina, historic branding, and sturdy construction make it an exceptional collector's item, desk organizer, keepsake box, or rustic decor accent.
The box is in excellent antique condition with a gorgeous, authentic aged patina. The wood shows beautiful natural grain variations, light oxidation on any original hardware, and minor historical wear consistent with a genuine century-old object. The graphics remain remarkably crisp, clear, and legible.
Dimensions:
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Width: 9.25 inches
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Depth: 7.00 inches
- Height: 3.00 inches
Shirley 10/26 35 GBP
