Buchanan Brothers 'The Game of Zoo' Lithographed Confectionery Tin, c.1910

Story

In Edwardian Britain, sweet tins were designed to be kept, not thrown away. This clever tin transformed a simple purchase of Glasgow chocolates into an interactive parlor game featuring exotic animals like lions and camels.

Maker / Origin

Buchanan Brothers of Glasgow were premier confectioners in Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, famous for their high-quality chocolates, toffees, and royal-themed tins. They frequently collaborated with top-tier British tin printers to create elaborate, novelty packaging that doubled as toys, ensuring their brand remained in households for decades.

Condition & Value

The tin shows moderate wear consistent with its age, including surface scratches, minor paint loss, and oxidation/rusting along the edges and lid rim. The lithographed graphics remain legible and colorful, and the central game wheel appears intact, though there is some fading.