Steam coffee roaster and tea merchant, Rotterdam, since 1782. Vibrant red, Old World Dutch scenes, hinged lid.
Van Nelle — founded in 1782 by Johannes and Hendrica van Nelle in Rotterdam — grew into one of the Netherlands' great producers of coffee, tea, and aromatic blends, family-owned until 1954. This bright red square hinged tin carries the brand name in full: Van Nelle's Stoom Koffiebranderij en Theehandel (steam coffee roaster and tea trade). Among the Dutch scenes illustrated on the tin is their world-famous Van Nelle Factory — a 1927–1929 architectural masterpiece designed by Brinkman and Van der Vlugt. The hinged snap-on lid makes it practical; the rust inside means display rather than food use.
A wonderful piece for the Dutch design enthusiast, the coffee and tea tin collector, or anyone who loves Old World European brand history. A natural on a kitchen shelf or coffee station.
Maker: Van Nelle's, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Material: Metal tin, hinged lid
Dimensions: 6.75" long · 5.75" wide · 3.5" tall
Era: 1970s
Condition: Vintage, used — very good; small dent on lid side; rust inside — display only, not for food; wear consistent with age; please review all photos
