{"product_id":"antique-advertising-chad-valley-double-decker-bus-carrs-table-water-biscuit-tin","title":"Antique Advertising Chad Valley Double Decker Bus Carr's Table Water Biscuit Tin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Advertising Chad Valley Double Decker Bus Carr's Table Water Biscuit Tin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA highly desirable and imaginative early 20th century \u003cstrong data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eCarr’s Table Water Biscuit tin\u003c\/strong\u003e, manufactured by \u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eChad Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed in the form of a classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eLondon double-decker bus\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis striking novelty tin reflects the golden age of British advertising, when everyday packaging was transformed into playful and highly collectible objects - the tin was designed to be kept and proudly displayed after the contents had been used.\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eMade from tin with colourful detailing, the piece captures the look of a traditional red London bus, complete with windows, wheels and period advertising graphics. Originally used to contain Carr’s famous table water biscuits, it would have been a standout item in any kitchen or pantry display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eChad Valley were renowned for producing high quality novelty tins and toys, and this collaboration with Carr’s represents an excellent example of British industrial design and brand marketing from the period. The item would have proudly stood in a grocery store, toyshop and confectionery stores to promote sales of the toys and biscuits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eAll sides of the tin have highly detailed aspects and advertising pieces with the words \"Chad Valley Toys\" along one side of the bus and \"Ask for Carr's biscuits and be satisfied\" along the other. The front of the bus reads various promotional pieces while the bottom of the tin has the royal crest proudly marked along with the wording \"By appointment toymakers to H.M. The Queen\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eA truly rare and desirable piece of 20th century advertising, this combination of two iconic brands makes the item a wonderful addition to any collection of vintage advertising, antique tins and toy items or vintage kitchenalia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eThe item will also work brilliantly displayed on a dresser or sideboard adding vintage charm to any interior, kitchen or vintage style retail space. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: 25cm x 8cm x Height 13.5cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Good with typical age and use wear all over. Wheels turn well. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem no. 9012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Brook Antiques ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54043314225494,"sku":null,"price":449.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2474\/5046\/files\/F7C65E45-70CA-4E5D-BC84-04782A7C3105_1_105_c.jpg?v=1780091588","url":"https:\/\/brook-antiques.com\/products\/antique-advertising-chad-valley-double-decker-bus-carrs-table-water-biscuit-tin","provider":"Brook Antiques ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}