Design - Day Two - 19th October 2023
Lot 354
A Huntley & Palmer Sentry Box enamelled metal biscuit tin, enamelled in colours, unsigned
Estimate £150 - £200 | Hammer £200
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Description
A Huntley & Palmer Sentry Box enamelled metal biscuit tin, enamelled in colours, unsigned 17.5cm. high
Catalogue notes
First designed in 1909 this tin featured a German soldier. In 1913 it was re-designed with a Belgian soldier in his place, as diplomatic relations with Germany became strained. As a consequence of the worsening diplomatic situation many of the earlier tins were defaced.