-Stollwerck c. 1880s - 1890s

pigment, glass

ornate

natural stone pattern

germany

pigment

pottery

virtual 3d design

architecture mock-up

historic architecture

traditional architecture

glass

product showcase

stoneware

historical building

This is a tin toy, made sometime between the 1880s and 1890s, which simulates a working vending machine for Stollwerck Bros Chocolate & Cocoa. The toy, made in the *Art Nouveau* style, has a red-and-gold base and features an ornate design of flowers, foliage, and the company's logo. The piece includes a key and a handle, encouraging playful interaction. This particular artifact is housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art.