Item Report
Mid-Century Fleck's Easter Egg Colors Powder Box
By: J.J. Fleck (manufacturer); specific artist unknown
Style: Mid-Century American Commercial Packaging
Origin: United States
Materials: Paperboard (packaging), printed lithographic inks
Age: circa 1940s–1950s
Condition: Very Good (bright colors, minor surface wear, appears complete)
Value: $10–$25 (auction range for similar vintage packaging in good condition)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Packaged and distributed by J.J. Fleck, Tiffin, Ohio, U.S.A. Also marked '10¢' and 'Certified Easter Egg Colors Powder.'
Date: 2025-06-07 05:21:05.221157
Description:
This is a vintage retail packaging box for Fleck's Certified Easter Egg Colors Powder, featuring a stylized illustration of an anthropomorphic rabbit in a suit and top hat with colorful Easter eggs. The packaging advertises a price of 10¢ and notes distribution by J.J. Fleck, Tiffin, Ohio, U.S.A. The graphic art and typeface are indicative of mid-20th century American commercial packaging.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a classic example of mid-century American holiday retail packaging. The vivid illustrative style, low original price, and whimsical Easter bunny design are highly representative of this period. Collectors of vintage advertising, ephemera, and Easter memorabilia may find this appealing, especially if in good condition with bright colors and legible print.
Individual Images:
- No additional images were provided
- so condition is judged based on visible wear
- strong color retention and clear text on the main panel. No significant tears or stains observed.
Provenance:
No provenance information provided.
Condition:
Very Good (bright colors, minor surface wear, appears complete)
Identification Score: 98%
The item is strongly identified as a mid-century Fleck's Easter Egg Colors Powder box due to clear branding, readable distributor information, distinctive period graphics, and price marking.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The surface wear, aging to the paper, and period-specific typography support authenticity as a genuine vintage item. While authentic packaging is likely, verification against known originals would further confirm.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Fleck's, vintage Easter, Easter egg dye, mid-century packaging, American ephemera, holiday collectible, advertising
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