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Players cigarettes advertisement featuring Mark Twain
Advertisement for Players Navy Cut Tobacco and cigarettes featuring American novelist, Mark Twain together with an endorsement of the beautifully cool and sweet smoking tobacco he has in his pipe. Date: 1909
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Media ID 7186149
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Advertisements Adverts Celebrity Cigarettes Endorsement Mark Novelist Novelists Pipe Pipes Players Smoker Tobacco Twain Writers
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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
This photograph print from 1909 showcases American literary icon, Mark Twain, in an advertisement for Players tobacco and cigarettes. The renowned novelist and writer, born Samuel Clemens, is depicted in the image with a thoughtful expression as he holds a pipe filled with Players Navy Cut Tobacco. The advertisement emphasizes Twain's endorsement of the "beautifully cool and sweet" smoking tobacco, adding to the allure of the product. Twain's popularity as a celebrated author and public figure made him an ideal choice for this advertisement. His image, along with his esteemed reputation, would have attracted the attention of potential customers. The advertisement's design is elegant and refined, with Twain's portrait set against a simple, dark background, allowing the focus to remain on the man and the tobacco product. The image is a testament to the marketing strategies of the time, where famous personalities were used to promote consumer goods. In this case, the association with Twain's literary prowess and his apparent approval of Players tobacco and cigarettes would have added credibility and desirability to the brand. The photograph print is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the advertising methods of the early 20th century and the enduring appeal of literary figures. The image remains a captivating piece of history, showcasing the connection between literature, celebrity, and consumer culture.
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