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The iconic Schepp's cake box was created by NY Schepp's Coconut and designed/manufactured by the renowned Silas A. Ilsley & Co. firm. This firm was known for exceptional Victorian-era tin lithography
These tins, often featuring detailed lithographs of classical artwork, were produced as advertising items for Schepp's brand coconut between approximately 1895 and 1930.
Design Elements: The boxes frequently showcased lithographs of paintings by Wilhelm von Kaulbach, including scenes from the works of poets Goethe and Schiller (such as "Goethe's Lotte" and "Goethe's Lili").
Measures 13 1/4” x 11 1/2” x 14” tall
Original shelf
Noted wear and rust from age and use
Purpose: These metal tins were used to keep baked goods fresh and protect them from pests, acting as functional, decorative kitchen storage in an era before widespread refrigeration.
