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Book cover featuring vintage shoe polish tins, including Saphir and Ouraline, titled '1001 Stories of Shoe Polish Tins'
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1001 Stories of Shoe Polish Tins — Laurent Vernay

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1001 Stories of Shoe Polish Tins by Laurent Vernay explores the history of shoe polish through its packaging and brands.

Inside the book

  • Profiles of more than 100 shoe-care brands.
  • More than 600 images of tins, labels and packaging.
  • Brand histories and marketing dating back to the 1880s.
  • Changes in tin design, colour and logos over time.

An illustrated reference for shoe-care enthusiasts, packaging designers and collectors of vintage polish tins.
Book cover featuring vintage shoe polish tins, including Saphir and Ouraline, titled '1001 Stories of Shoe Polish Tins'
1001 Stories of Shoe Polish Tins — Laurent Vernay Sale price$150.00
Return eligibility — View return policy

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