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Beautiful vintage round decorative storage tin featuring an elaborate embossed peacock design, attributed to Smith Crafted of Chicago.
The lid features a magnificent peacock with an elaborate fan of tail feathers, surrounded by stylized foliage and ornamental patterns. The raised decoration has a carved, faux-leather appearance in warm cream and caramel tones.
Matching embossed designs continue around the sides of the tin, with dark metal edging providing a striking contrast.
The removable lid reveals a gold-toned metal interior with a textured, crackled maker: Smith Crafted, Chicago
Type: Vintage decorative storage tin
Design: Embossed peacock and floral motifs
Material: Metal with textured faux-leather-look decorative covering
Color: Cream, tan, caramel, and dark metal
Diameter: Approximately 8 inches
Era: Vintage, likely mid-20th century
Removable lid
Condition: Vintage condition with age-related wear, discoloration, scratches, and patina. There is a visible separation or split along one of the vertical side seams, shown in the close-up photographs. The underside shows surface wear, and the interior has an aged crackled finish. Please examine all photographs carefully.
A beautiful decorative piece for storing sewing supplies, keepsakes, stationery, or small treasures. Also lovely displayed on a bookshelf, dresser, or antique hutch.
An especially attractive find for collectors of vintage decorative tins, peacock designs, and unusual mid-century storage pieces.