A vintage rectangular red advertising tin produced for Brooke Bond Oxo Ltd. Finished in iconic vibrant red and white lithograph printing, the lid and sides prominently feature the "Oxo CUBES" typography alongside slogan lettering "For Cooking and Drinking" and "48 CUBES".
This piece dates to circa 1970, reflecting the post-merger era following Brooke Bond's acquisition of Liebig's Extract of Meat Company (Oxo) in 1968. Manufactured out of Leon House in Croydon, this commercial tin was supplied directly to UK groceries holding 48 stock cubes, designed for busy British kitchens to store pantry staples.
Dimensions: 5 x 15.5 x 12 cm
Approximate Era: Circa 1970s
Markings: Stamped "Brooke Bond Oxo Ltd. Leon House, Croydon, England", "285 g / 10 oz", and ingredient details on the base
Condition: Good, displaying light age-related cosmetic wear, edge rubbing, and some interior spotting/patina while retaining vibrant red graphics and a secure lift-off lid
This piece would suit vintage kitchenalia, British advertising, industrial pantry, or retro kitchen decor styles.