#256

French Lithographed Tin Windmill as Candy Container
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Description
13" (33 cm.) The tin candy container, in the shape of a mill with flagpole and revolving windmill has richly lithographed designs depicting the mill exterior, a young lad leaning on the upper window above a sign "Le Moulin de la Galette", and a woman standing at the base, pointing to the selection of candy forms. Marked Modele Depose and letters CG intertwined. The tile-decorated roof removes for access to the candy interior. Very good condition, some darkening. French, late 1800s.