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Players, 1921=23
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Players, 1921=23
Players rectangular counter card. The background is cream and the border is green. In the bottom right hand corner is the sailor inside a life-buoy trade mark. The text reads " ASK FOR // PLAYERs // AND LOOK FOR THE // LIFE BUOY TRADE MARK". On the reverse is a support to allow the card to stand upright and a note which reads " 1921"
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© Produced by the kind permission of Imperial Tobacco Limited, England
Advertising Costume John Player And Sons Nottingham Packaging Sailing Sailor Sea Scape Ship Tobacco Uniform
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This vintage print captures a piece of advertising history from 1921-23. The rectangular counter card, designed by John Player and Sons, features a cream background with a striking green border. In the bottom right corner, we see the iconic image of a sailor inside a life-buoy trade mark, symbolizing safety and reliability. The text on the card boldly states "ASK FOR // PLAYERs // AND LOOK FOR THE // LIFE BUOY TRADE MARK" emphasizing the brand's quality and urging customers to choose their products. On the reverse side of the card, there is a support that allows it to stand upright, making it an eye-catching display piece for tobacco shops or other establishments. Not only does this print showcase early 20th-century advertising techniques, but it also highlights elements of uniform and costume design. The sailor depicted in the life-buoy trade mark represents maritime themes associated with sailing ships and seascapes. This image offers us glimpses into Nottingham's rich industrial past while reminding us of the significance of packaging and branding in consumer culture. It serves as both a nostalgic memento for collectors interested in tobacco memorabilia and an intriguing historical artifact for those fascinated by Nottingham's commercial heritage.
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