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Art Deco Biscuit Tin Tractor William Crawfords & Son (1 of 44)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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About Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an international fine art dealer and online gallery specialising in British and European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts. Established in 2005 and led by directors Michael and Victoria, the firm brings over two decades of experience in sourcing, evaluating and placing historically significant works with private collectors, galleries, interior designers and institutions worldwide. As elected members of the Fine Art Trade Guild, our work is grounded in connoisseurship, academic research and rigorous standards of authenticity. Every work we present is subject to careful vetting and offered with full transparency regarding condition and provenance. Private Online Gallery Virtual Viewings by Appointment We operate exclusively online, offering private one-to-one virtual viewings to discuss condition, scale and provenance in detail. High-resolution images and comprehensive condition reports are available upon request, ensuring complete confidence prior to acquisition. Areas of Specialisation Fine Art & Works of Art (17th–21st Century) British and European oil paintings, watercolours and mixed media Portraiture, marine and nautical subjects Animal, hunting and sporting scenes Landscapes, cityscapes and genre compositions Sculpture and three-dimensional works Decorative Arts Period furniture and interior pieces Bronzes, carvings and objets d’art Hallmarked silver, ceramics and glassware Collectible works spanning the 18th–20th centuries Each piece is selected with careful attention to historical context, condition and aesthetic quality, curated for both established collectors and emerging buyers. Sustainability & Enduring Craftsmanship We recognise the inherent sustainability of historic works of art and decorative arts. These pieces require no new materials while preserving craftsmanship, cultural heritage and artistic legacy. They integrate seamlessly into both traditional and contemporary interiors, offering individuality and permanence. Payments & Shipping Payments Card payments accepted online up to £5,000 Amounts exceeding £5,000 payable by bank transfer Proforma invoices available upon request Shipping UK and worldwide shipping available (quotation on request) All items professionally packed, fully insured and shipped with tracked delivery Customs & International Orders All international shipments are handled on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis. Import duties, VAT and customs clearance are the responsibility of the buyer. Clients within the European Union and United States are advised to consult local customs authorities regarding applicable import procedures. If a shipment is refused and returned, return shipping costs will be deducted from any refund. Company Information Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® 71–75 Shelton Street Covent Garden London WC2H 9JQ United Kingdom Registered in England & Wales Company No. 15666518 GB VAT No. 466128775 Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is a registered United Kingdom trade mark (UK00004303420).
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Art Deco Biscuit Tin Tractor William Crawfords & Son

REF: LA505434
£3,000
€3,469
$4,081
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item537 sales by dealerFree Delivery
LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item537 sales by dealerFree Delivery
Description
Art Deco biscuit tin tractor by William Crawfords & Son Ltd subject in the model form of a country farmers tractor unboxed. Having pictorial image on the sides showing the tractor engine piping litho printed tinplate, the front lid opens upo to reveal the inner empty storage compartment where the biscuits would of been. Made from tin. Fully functional moving wheels and steering wheel. On the back having the Royal warrant stamp logo by appointment along with the makers name shown William Crawford & Son Ltd Biscuit Manufacturers Edinburgh, Liverpool & London Great Britain. Brief history of William Crawfords, they started as a Scottish baker of ship's biscuits in a public house on The Shore, Leith in 1813. The bakery was acquired by Robert Mathie in 1817 and then William Crawford in 1856, when Mathie retired. William Crawford & Sons established large factories in Leith and Liverpool so that, at its peak, it was one of Britain's largest biscuit manufacturers and claimed to be its oldest. The company was acquired by United Biscuits in 1960 and is now a brand within their portfolio. The British biscuit tin started when the Licensed Grocer's Act of 1861 let groceries to be individually packaged & sold. When duty on paper for printed labels was taken away. It was only a short leap to the idea of printing on tinplate. This was a new process of offset lithography that was patented in 1877, it let many multicoloured designs to be printed on to various shaped tins. The most desirable designs were made during the early 20th century. Provenance from the Lewis Collection, also featured in the antiques trade gazette & now in the collection of Cheshire Antique Consultant Ltd. Superb for the private collector, trade, gallery & interior design home decorater. Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send us a message. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Browse our other exciting Fine Arts, antiques & collectibles available in our shop gallery.
measurements
Height:
10 cm
Width:
12.5 mm
Depth:
18 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Art Deco Biscuit Tin Tractor William Crawfords & Son (LA505434) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1920s
condition
Condition report offered in fine charming used condition, having some loss flaking & surface scratches commensurate with usage & age. 3 of the outer wheel rim white covers are missing.
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This Art Deco Biscuit Tin Tractor William Crawfords & Son is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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