The tin was issued circa 1940, and it likely contained Christmas herrings. The lid is bordered by a mistletoe design and reads "God Jul!" ("Merry Christmas" in Norwegian). Snow White appears to be serving the fish on a tray. The two animals on the floor are a chipmunk and squirrel, but it's interesting that they've been given the markings of a skunk. Was this a not-so-subliminal message about the odor to be found within the tin?
In the wrap-around illustration, the Seven Dwarfs march under the stars through the snow-covered forest. Each is seen carrying a sardine tin as they head home to the cottage.
The "with permission of" copyright marking reads "MED TILLATELSE AV: WALT DISNEY MICKEY MOUSE LTD."
Tin measures approximately 7" x 5.25" and 3.5"deep.
Lunchbox is complete with latch and handle.
Nothing says Christmas like herring (?!)
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DeleteThis reminds me, I used to have a lunch box that mostly red, black and white, with a Snow White theme. I'm sure it was very old, perhaps from the 40's or even the 30's. What the heck happened to it?! Hopefully it is in a box somewhere and didn't get lost.
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