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Three Castles tobacco advertising poster
Three Castles (Big, Fort in Chinese) tobacco advertising poster for the Chinese / Asian market. Shipping tobacco from Old Virginia in Colonial Days, famous for over fifty years in the 1930s Date: 1930s
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Advertisements Adverts Castles Days Fifty Fort Shipping Tobacco Virginia Years
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a stunning tribute to the rich history of tobacco advertising. This card features a captivating image of the Three Castles tobacco advertising poster, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Originally created for the Chinese and Asian markets, this vintage poster transports us back to colonial days, with its evocative imagery of Old Virginia tobacco ships and the iconic 'Three Castles' fort symbol. Add a touch of history and culture to your correspondence with this elegant and thoughtful greeting card. Perfect for any occasion, this card is a must-have for collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.6cm x 12.5cm (6.5" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Three Castles: A Nostalgic Glimpse into the Past - Old Virginia Tobacco Shipping in Colonial Days" This evocative poster, hailing from the 1930s, transports us back in time to the colonial era, where tobacco from Old Virginia held a renowned reputation for over fifty years. The image features three majestic castles, reminiscent of the "Three Castles" or "Big Fort" in Chinese, symbolizing the strength and grandeur of the tobacco industry during this period. The poster showcases a tranquil scene of tobacco ships sailing under the watchful gaze of these castles, as they set sail from Old Virginia's shores. The tobacco leaves, piled high on the docks, await their journey to the Asian market, where they were highly sought after for their unique taste and quality. The text on the poster, written in elegant script, adds to the nostalgic atmosphere, emphasizing the famous fifty-year history of Old Virginia tobacco and its enduring popularity in the Asian market. The use of traditional Chinese characters for the text further highlights the poster's appeal to the Asian audience. This Three Castles tobacco advertising poster is a captivating piece of history, offering a glimpse into the colonial tobacco industry and its significant impact on international trade during the 1930s. The image of the castles, ships, and tobacco leaves has a timeless appeal, making it a fascinating addition to any collection.
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