DIAPHOR OIL - c.1920-30
DIAPHOR OIL - c.1920-30
Very rare original promotional automotive oil can made of lithographed sheet metal, double-sided, 2-liter capacity.
20.5 x 16.8 x 6.5 cm.
“Ets J.J. Carnaud & F. de B. I. Paris”
In excellent condition—
with well-preserved colors.
The reds remain vivid and luminous; the lithography retains its beautiful original luster.
There are some minor, discreet traces of oxidation and two very slight distortions on one side.
The can is complete, with its original cap and spout.
- Superb patina -
Diaphor was an independent French merchant and distributor.
Very few of these cans have survived.
DIAPHOR OIL - c.1920-30
Very rare original promotional automotive oil can made of lithographed sheet metal, double-sided, 2-liter capacity.
20.5 x 16.8 x 6.5 cm.
“Ets J.J. Carnaud & F. de B. I. Paris”
In excellent condition—
with well-preserved colors.
The reds remain vivid and luminous; the lithography retains its beautiful original luster.
There are some minor, discreet traces of oxidation and two very slight distortions on one side.
The can is complete, with its original cap and spout.
- Superb patina -
Diaphor was an independent French merchant and distributor.
Very few of these cans have survived.
