Vintage promotional Mère Picon pure milk France 60s retro keyring

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Old advertising keychain from the Mère Picon brand, typical of the 60s, as seen in the photo. The object has a triangular shape with rounded corners, made of a slightly translucent white plastic-like material. On the visible side, there is a circular medallion inserted in the center, featuring a red and cream label with the inscription "au lait pur Mère Picon des Alpes". The retro graphic includes a stylized illustration of a woman carrying a pitcher, characteristic of the advertising style of the era.

The metal chain is connected to a classic flat ring, allowing the keychain to be attached to a set of keys. The overall design, as well as the typography and colors, clearly evoke the French advertising aesthetic of the 60s and 70s, a period during which promotional items of this type were frequently distributed by food brands and regional dairies.

The keychain shows a visible patina, with some surface marks and small scratches, testifying to its use and age. The advertising label is well preserved, although there are slight signs of wear and a black dot near the center. No major chips are observed on the visible part of the object.

This keychain is distinguished by its typical mid-century advertising object shape and its faithful representation of the Alpine dairy world. It is a true testament to the communication campaigns of French brands from the mid-20th century.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear and a patina consistent with old advertising. See photo for the precise condition of the front side.

Did you know? The Mère Picon brand, founded in Savoy, is emblematic of Alpine dairy products and long used everyday objects for advertising, such as keychains, to promote its cheeses and dairy products from the 1950s-60s, at a time when the distribution of advertising "gadgets" was a flagship strategy in France.

AFW Reassurance

Fast and careful shipping. Professional packaging suitable for this type of vintage item. Professional seller specializing in antique advertising objects.

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