Framed Print : Football boots advertisement, end of WW1
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Football boots advertisement, end of WW1
An advertisement for Super football boots from W. Abbott & Sons of the Strand and Regent Street. The advert suggests to officers that a pair would make a perfect gift to express appreciation of their men, and that playing football would pass the time while waiting for demobilisation. In fact, it suggests having a whip round at the mess and equipping a whole team! Date: 1918
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Media ID 14148046
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Advertisements Adverts Ball Boots Demob Demobilisation Football Gift Kick Kicking Reconstruction Sporting
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Football boots advertisement, end of WW1" from Media Storehouse's Framed Prints collection. This vintage masterpiece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases an enchanting advertisement by W. Abbott & Sons of the Strand and Regent Street. This unique print invites you to step back in time as you admire the Super football boots that once graced the pages of publications during the end of the First World War. The advertisement subtly suggests these exceptional boots would make an ideal gift, expressing gratitude and appreciation to our brave officers. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office space with this exquisite framed print. Perfect for football enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates the charm of bygone eras, this one-of-a-kind piece is sure to make a statement. Each print is carefully framed with attention to detail, ensuring a beautiful presentation that will last for years to come. Acquire yours today and add a piece of history to your collection.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of the end of the First World War, the prospect of returning to normalcy brought with it a renewed appreciation for the simple joys of life. One such pleasure was the game of football, which had long been a beloved pastime for soldiers during their downtime in the trenches. As demobilisation loomed, W. Abbott & Sons of the Strand and Regent Street seized the opportunity to offer a thoughtful and meaningful gift for officers to express their gratitude and appreciation for their men. In this evocative advertisement from 1918, the image of a pair of Super football boots, with their sleek design and polished leather, is presented as the perfect present to help pass the time during the waiting period for demobilisation. The advertisement suggests that a whip round at the mess could even equip an entire team, allowing for camaraderie and unity to be restored amongst the soldiers. The caption reads, "A GIFT FOR THE MEN WHO HAVE GIVEN SO MUCH. A REWARD FOR THEIR SACRIFICES. SUPER FOOTBALL BOOTS. W. ABBOTT & SONS, STRAND AND REGENT STREET." This poignant advertisement serves as a reminder of the role that sports and recreation played in the morale and wellbeing of soldiers during the long and arduous years of the First World War. As the world began to rebuild and recover from the devastation of the war, the simple act of kicking a ball and playing a game of football became a symbol of hope, unity, and the promise of a brighter future.
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