CHINESE THREAD THEME - PACK OF 15: 4 lithographed tin boxes, 10 notebooks, 1 postcard. Good condition, minor alterations N.B: The postcard is for French chicory. The "Fil au Chinois" brand was created in the 19th century by Philibert Vrau, but its roots go back to 1816 with the foundation of a sewing thread factory in Lille. Renowned for the exceptional quality of its products, it has established itself on the international market (source: filauchinois.com).