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Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 November 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box

A wonderful survivor, this English large scale antique pine box dates to around 1900 and has the original, decorative Colman’s Starch advert sign written onto all four sides. Would have been a delivery box full of the product, in very clean original condition and made in solid pine. A super English antique Grocery advertising box.

Dimensions

Height: 54cm (21.43")

Width: 73cm (28.97")

Depth: 40cm (15.87")

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Colmans Advertising Box to the Edwardian era.

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SA1176180
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Description
Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box
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A wonderful survivor, this English large scale antique pine box dates to around 1900 and has the original, decorative Colman’s Starch advert sign written onto all four sides.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Would have been a delivery box full of the product, in very clean original condition and made in solid pine. A super English antique Grocery advertising box.

Dimensions

Height: 54cm (21.43")

Width: 73cm (28.97")

Depth: 40cm (15.87")

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
40cm (15.75")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Edwardian Colmans Advertising Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1176180
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box

Archive II A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. View II
Archive III A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. View III
Archive IV A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. View IV
Archive V A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch. View V
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 161
Items Sold 10,714
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch.
Large Edwardian Antique Colman’s Advertising Pine Box
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A large rectangular Edwardian pine advertising box featuring red and blue stencilled lettering for Colmans Starch.
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  • ObjectStorage Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialPine, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsStencilled branding, Exposed nail construction, Painted typography
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 73 cm (29 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

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Edwardian advertising boxes were utilised by manufacturers in the early 20th century to transport and display goods in retail shops, featuring bold stencil branding to promote household names directly to consumers.

These crates were typically constructed from sturdy softwood such as pine or deal, assembled with wire nails or dovetail joints, and finished with hand-stencilled or printed commercial graphics.

Authenticity is determined by period-appropriate timber patination, genuine period typography, authentic wear and tear consistent with commercial use, and traditional iron or steel fixings rather than modern screws.

Such pieces function effectively as rustic storage solutions or display units, adding industrial character and historical texture to contemporary living spaces.

Preservation involves dusting with a dry cloth, avoiding moisture to protect the historic timber and original pigment, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and excessive heat sources.
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