Players Cigarettes Collection (page 2)

Sir Hugo Cunliffe-Owen, British businessman, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir Hugo Cunliffe-Owen, British businessman, 1926. Portrait of Cunliffe-Owen (1870-1947) who was director of the British-American Tobacco Company

Sir Alan Cobham, British pioneer aviator, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir Alan Cobham, British pioneer aviator, 1926. Portrait of Cobham (1894-1973) who set several records for long-distance flights, and pioneered in-flight refueling

Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister, 1926. Portrait of Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill (1874-1965). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

GK Chesterton, British poet, novelist and critic, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
GK Chesterton, British poet, novelist and critic, 1926. Portrait of Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874-1936). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Charlie Chaplin, British film actor and director, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Charlie Chaplin, British film actor and director, 1926. Portrait of Sir Charles Chaplin (1889-1977). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, admiral, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, admiral, 1926. Portrait of Beatty (1871-1936) who was Admiral of the Fleet. Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Austen Chamberlain, British politician, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Austen Chamberlain, British politician, 1926. Portrait of Sir (Joseph) Austen Chamberlain (1863-1937). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

William Maxwell Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook, statesman and newspaper proprietor, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
William Maxwell Aitken, 1st Baron Beaverbrook, (1879-1964), British/Canadian statesman and newspaper proprietor, 1926. Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Frederick Edwin Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, Lord Chancellor, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Frederick Edwin Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, Lord Chancellor, 1926. Portrait of Smith (1872-1930) who was a British lawyer and Conservative politician

Sir Hall Caine, British novelist, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir Hall Caine, British novelist, 1926. Portrait of Caine (1853-1931). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Sir James Matthew Barrie, author of Peter Pan, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir James Matthew Barrie, author of Peter Pan, 1926. Portrait of British writer J M Barrie (1860-1937). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Edward Carson, 1st Baron Carson, Ulster leader and advocate, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Edward Carson, 1st Baron Carson, Ulster leader and advocate, 1926. Portrait of Carson (1854-1935) who was a lawyer, and leader of the Irish Unionists

Aga Khan III (Mohammed Shah), Leader of the Ismailis, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Aga Khan III (Mohammed Shah), Leader of the Ismailis, 1926. Portrait of the Indian-born Aga Khan (1877-1957). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, 1926. Lieutenant-General Baden-Powell (1857-1941) founded the Boy Scout movement

Stanley Baldwin, 1st Earl Baldwin, British Prime Minister, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Stanley Baldwin, 1st Earl Baldwin, British Prime Minister, 1926. Portrait of Baldwin (1867-1927). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Arthur James Balfour, 1st Earl of Balfour, 1926. Balfour (1848-1930) was a British Conservative statesman and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1902 until 1905

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"Exploring the Rich History and Iconic Artistry of Players Cigarettes" Step back in time with Players Cigarettes, a brand that has captivated generations with its rich history and iconic artistry. From the early 1900s to the mid-1920s, Players Cigarettes became synonymous with elegance and sophistication. One notable figure associated with this esteemed brand is Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet - a British grocer turned yachtsman who achieved great success in both fields. His portrait, beautifully captured by artist Alick P F Ritchie in 1926, graced the packaging of these distinguished cigarettes. Another famous face immortalized on Player's cigarette cards was none other than Sir Harry Lauder, a beloved Scottish comedian known for his infectious humor. Ritchie's artistic talent brought out Lauder's charismatic personality in stunning detail. The allure of historical figures didn't stop there; King Henry VI himself made an appearance on these exquisite cigarette cards. The vibrant colors of lithography enhanced his regal presence, making it a collector's dream to own such pieces of art. In addition to their captivating imagery, Players Navy Cut Tobacco and Cigarettes were advertised as the epitome of quality and refinement. An advert from 1923 showcased their commitment to excellence through elegant typography and tasteful design. Even royalty couldn't resist the charm of Players Cigarettes. Queen Victoria herself was depicted in all her majesty through color lithography – a testament to her influence during her reign. Venturing beyond borders, chromolithographs transported us across continents. From lumbering scenes in Canada to glimpses into South African life featuring postmen diligently carrying out their duties – each artwork told its own unique story while celebrating cultural diversity. Behind-the-scenes snapshots also shed light on the meticulous process involved in creating these premium tobacco products.