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Bachelors: The Programme Seller, 1910=1960
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Bachelors: The Programme Seller, 1910=1960
Players Bachelor Cigarettes rectangular counter-card featuring a reproduction of " The Programme Seller" by the Hon. John Collier. The painting shows a maid waiting with a tray with water and a large red packet of Bachelor cigarettes. Title text on card: " PLAYERs // BACHELOR // CIGARETTES". Text underneath reproduction: " THE PROGRAMME SELLER" BY THE HON. JOHN COLLIER. // THE PROPERTY OF THE MANUFACTURERS OF PLAYERs BACHELOR CIGARETTES." Next to the title text is a large image of an open packet of 10 Bachelor cigarettes
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This vintage print captures a unique piece of advertising history, showcasing a rectangular counter-card featuring the iconic painting "The Programme Seller" by the Hon. John Collier. The artwork depicts a maid elegantly waiting with a tray holding water and an eye-catching red packet of Bachelor cigarettes, symbolizing sophistication and indulgence. Titled "Players // Bachelor // Cigarettes" this promotional card highlights the association between tobacco and leisurely activities such as outings to the theatre. The text underneath proudly states that this masterpiece belongs to the manufacturers of Player's Bachelor Cigarettes, emphasizing their ownership and pride in this exquisite artwork. Adjacent to the title text is a large image showcasing an open packet of 10 Bachelor cigarettes, enticing viewers with its promise of enjoyment and relaxation. This advertisement from 1910-1960 Nottingham perfectly encapsulates an era when smoking was not only socially acceptable but also considered fashionable. Beyond its commercial use, this photograph offers us a glimpse into Nottingham's rich cultural heritage, where evenings at the theatre were accompanied by drinks and tobacco. It serves as a reminder of how advertising has evolved over time while reflecting on society's changing attitudes towards smoking. Whether you appreciate it for its artistic value or historical significance, this print transports you back in time to experience an era when cigarette advertisements were both visually stunning and deeply ingrained in popular culture.
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