Rare painter's box, watercolor paints, Historic French company Duret, late 19th century

Rare "DURET" painter's box with watercolor paints. Late 19th century. Duret was a historic French company active in Paris in the 19th century, specializing in the production of colors and materials for artists. The label is particularly interesting because it documents the company's change of ownership. The original company was Duret Ainé based in Paris. Later, management passed to Duret et Fils & Faucher. The text on the label highlights the use of non-toxic colors in tablets approved by the health authorities of the time, an important innovation in an era when pigments contained toxic substances like lead or arsenic. It also mentions 22 gold, silver, and bronze medals, including awards won at universal expositions. The box is made of rosewood with brass decorations. Functional and original lock with key. Box in good condition. Measurements: 20x25, H. 4.5cm Inside the bottom there are compartments containing 9 porcelain mixing wells and several colors in tablets. The inner tray containing the colors has been left in its original state. Tracked shipping included via express courier SHIPPING THROUGHOUT THE EUROPEAN UNION PLEASE CONTACT FOR SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION Payment: Bank transfer, Paypal VISIT MY GALLERY... YOU WILL FIND OTHER INTERESTING WATCHES AND ITEMS. For over 30 years in the antique sector, Antiquariato Cherubini Zorzella guarantees its customers maximum seriousness, purchase security with care in packaging and package traceability.