Log Cabin Syrup 100th Anniversary Commemorative Tin
Decorative art / Commercial packaging / Collectible tin • Corporate design for the Log Cabin brand (General Foods at the time), produced by commercially contracted lithographers
Style & Movement
Retro-Revival / Americana Branding
Medium & Technique
Lithographed tinplate with plastic cap and adhesive safety seal
Creation Period
1987
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 8 x 4 x 3 inches; upright rectangular prism with rounded corners and metal handle (partially visible)
Subject Description
Commemorative syrup container featuring a faux-red log texture, bold white typography, and specialized logos marking the 1887-1987 centennial period.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; shows visible signs of storage wear and syrup residue
Estimated Market Value
$5.00 - $15.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $25.00 USD (if part of a larger lot of vintage tins)
Provenance History
Mass-produced consumer product likely acquired through retail grocery channels in the late 1980s and subsequently held in private domestic storage
Art Historical Significance
Significant as a piece of late 20th-century 'nostalgia marketing' that reflects the brand's pivot towards heritage branding to compete with modern plastic packaging
Notable Features
Features the specific '100th Anniversary 1887-1987' script logo and original plastic 'pull tab' safety seal notice
Condition Issues
Visible surface rust on the metal seams, minor denting to the tin body, and organic residue (dried syrup) near the pour spout and on the white lettering
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle cleaning with a damp cloth and mild soap to remove residue; store in a low-humidity environment to prevent further oxidation/rusting of the tinplate