{"product_id":"complete-antique-french-artist-s-paint-box-original-pigments-decorated-metal-trays-c-1900-1920","title":"Complete Antique French Artist’s Paint Box, Original Pigments \u0026 Decorated Metal Trays, c.1900–1920","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"274\"\u003eA true time capsule from an early 20th century French artist’s desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eThis beautifully preserved wooden paint box opens to reveal a complete interior of original pigments, tools, and charming painted metal trays decorated with delicate floral motifs. Every element reflects a time when materials were made to last and creativity was learned hands-on. Inside, the original label reads \u003cem data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"615\"\u003e“Couleurs sans danger”\u003c\/em\u003e (colors free from poison), a fascinating reminder of the period when safer, non-toxic pigments were becoming important in art education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eThe set includes watercolor cakes, wax sticks, mixing areas, and compartments, all neatly arranged in a thoughtfully designed folding box. The small floral trays are painted metal, stamped “Paris B Déposé – Made in France.” Both functional and highly decorative, this piece works beautifully as a display object, a conversation piece, or a unique addition to an artist’s collection. The dimensions are \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e12½\" L x 6¾\" W x 4\" H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping rates apply to street addresses within the contiguous United States only. If you are located outside this region, please contact me for a shipping quote. Shipping lead times are 2-3 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease keep in mind when buying antique and vintage items you are purchasing something that is pre-loved. Most items show signs of age-related wear such as marks, variations of surface texture, minor scratches, and other issues associated with age. It’s what forms a part of the appearance of vintage pieces, but that’s also what makes them so unique. All sales are final. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about a particular item. Thank you\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"977\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector \u0026 Curator","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45972582269101,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1787\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-05-04at1.06.30PM_15.jpg?v=1777922899","url":"https:\/\/www.collectorandcurator.com\/products\/complete-antique-french-artist-s-paint-box-original-pigments-decorated-metal-trays-c-1900-1920","provider":"Collector \u0026 Curator","version":"1.0","type":"link"}