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Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box
The House of Antiques
for sale €1,404     $1,524
£1,200
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Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box

1900 - 1920
Description

Rare early 20th century French tin metal soldier’s family’s donation box.

Dimensions: H 20” x W 16” x D 7”

Weight: 4kg

Date: Circa 1915

Origin: France

Material: Metal

Overview

A one-off example in the form of an early 20th century hand made tin metal charity box, with hand crafted cockerel positioned centrally. Hand painted French colours and original lock still in place. This charity box would have been used to collect donations for soldier’s families left behind as the soldiers in their family went to war.

Condition

• Structurally solid and stable

• loss of paint

• Naturally aged surface wear

• Damage to the ankles of the bird form.

• The lock opens but without key

Shipping & Handling

• UK Buyers: Delivery available via trusted couriers, including bespoke service for large or fragile items

• International Buyers: Shipping available worldwide — please contact us for a custom quote before purchase

• We highly recommend tracked, insured, and crated shipping for this item due to its rarity and fragility

• Shipping time: 3–5 working days to dispatch

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Returns & Cancellations

• Returns accepted only if the item is not as described, reported within 48 hours of delivery

• Change-of-mind cancellations are not accepted

• Return shipping (including insurance) is the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise agreed upon

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Physical Dimensions
Height
50.8cm (20.00")
Width
40.6cm (15.98")
Depth
17.8cm (7.01")
Declaration

The House of Antiques has dated this French Tin Donation Box to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1171413
Dealers Internal Reference
chickecn box
Description
Rare early 20th century French tin metal soldier’s family’s donation box.

Dimensions: H 20” x W 16” x D 7”

Weight: 4kg

Date: Circa 1915

Origin: France

Material: Metal

Overview

“
A one-off example in the form of an early 20th century hand made tin metal charity box, with hand crafted cockerel positioned centrally.
The House of Antiques

Hand painted French colours and original lock still in place. This charity box would have been used to collect donations for soldier’s families left behind as the soldiers in their family went to war.

fig 1. An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.
fig 1. Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box

Condition

• Structurally solid and stable

• loss of paint

• Naturally aged surface wear

• Damage to the ankles of the bird form.

• The lock opens but without key

Shipping & Handling

• UK Buyers: Delivery available via trusted couriers, including bespoke service for large or fragile items

fig 2. An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.
fig 2. Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box

• International Buyers: Shipping available worldwide — please contact us for a custom quote before purchase

• We highly recommend tracked, insured, and crated shipping for this item due to its rarity and fragility

fig 3. An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.
fig 3. Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box

• Shipping time: 3–5 working days to dispatch

Our Guarantee

We pride ourselves on transparency, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. All items are described and photographed as accurately as possible. Please inspect all photos and ask any questions prior to purchase — we are here to help ensure confidence in your decision.

fig 4. An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.
fig 4. Rare Early 20th Century French Tin Metal Donation Box

Returns & Cancellations

• Returns accepted only if the item is not as described, reported within 48 hours of delivery

• Change-of-mind cancellations are not accepted

• Return shipping (including insurance) is the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise agreed upon

Photographic Rights

All images are the property of The House of Antiques LTD. For usage rights or publication inquiries, please contact us in advance.

Height
50.8cm (20.00")
Width
40.6cm (15.98")
Depth
17.8cm (7.01")
Date of Manufacture

The House of Antiques has dated this French Tin Donation Box to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1171413
Dealers Internal Ref
chickecn box
The House of Antiques
The House of Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2022
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Archive I An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.

Rare early 20th century French tin metal donation box

Archive II An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View II
Archive III An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View III
Archive IV An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View IV
Archive V An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View V
Archive VI An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View VI
Archive VII An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View VII
Archive VIII An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View VIII
Archive IX An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View IX
Archive X An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View X
Archive XI An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XI
Archive XII An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XII
Archive XIII An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XIV
Archive XV An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XV
Archive XVI An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock. View XVI
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An antique painted tin donation box featuring a Gallic cockerel standing atop a blue metal box inscribed with dates and fitted with a lock.
Rare early 20th century French tin metal donation box
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FAQs

Tin donation boxes and charity tins were widely manufactured throughout France in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Often commissioned by civic organisations, religious bodies, or wartime relief funds such as Journee du Poilu, these objects featured distinct patriotic symbols, including the Gallic cockerel, to encourage public donations.

These items were typically constructed from folded sheet iron or steel plated with tin to prevent corrosion. The structural components were soldered at the seams, decorated with oil-based paints or lithographed prints, and fitted with soldered coin slots alongside mechanical HASP and staple closures for padlocks.

Authentic period examples exhibit original hand-painted or lithographed graphics, authentic paint loss around functional touchpoints, and natural patination or mild oxidisation on unpainted metal surfaces. They frequently feature period-specific inscriptions, French dates, or regional manufacturing marks on the base.

A painted metal donation box serves as a strong decorative accent when placed on open shelving, a mantlepiece, or a side table. Interior designers often contrast these graphic, historical metalwork pieces against natural timber, books, or clean neutral backdrops in eclectic and classic schemes.

Dust the piece gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfibre cloth to avoid flaking original paintwork. Avoid using liquid cleaners, abrasive polishes, or water, which can penetrate compromised paint layers and induce rusting on the underlying iron sheet.
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