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Advertisement for Acme gas stoves
Advertisement for Acme gas stoves, by Arden Hill & Co, Birmingham. A maid tells Mr Soot that his services aren t needed any more. Date: early 20th century
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Acme Arden Birmingham Clean Dirt Dirty Fuel Heating Housemaid Maid Product Servant Servants Soot Stove Stoves
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step into the past with our vintage-inspired Media Storehouse jigsaw puzzles! This charming puzzle features an advertisement for Acme gas stoves from the early 20th century, depicting a maid delightfully informing Mr. Soot that his coal-burning services are no longer required. Relive the nostalgia of a bygone era as you piece together this captivating image from Arden Hill & Co, Birmingham. Engage your mind and transport yourself to a time when progress was making modern conveniences a reality. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike!
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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
Step into the future with Acme Gas Stoves, the modern solution for your home heating needs! In this early 20th century advertisement by Arden Hill & Co of Birmingham, a maid confidently addresses the personification of soot, Mr. Soot, as she declares, "Your services are no longer required here, sir!" The blackened housemaid, dressed in her traditional Edwardian uniform, stands proudly beside the sleek and clean Acme gas stove. The contrast between the dirt and grime of the soot and the pristine, gleaming stove is striking. Acme Gas Stoves promised a cleaner, more efficient way to heat homes, freeing women from the laborious and time-consuming task of managing coal or wood fires. The advertisement speaks to the growing trend towards modernization and the desire for a more convenient and hygienic living environment. The Acme stove, with its elegant design and advanced technology, became a symbol of progress and status. Arden Hill & Co's advertisement effectively communicates the benefits of Acme Gas Stoves through the use of powerful imagery and a clear message. The image of the maid dismissing Mr. Soot is a powerful metaphor for the end of the era of coal and wood fires and the dawn of a new age of clean, efficient gas heating. This advertisement is a testament to the advertising industry's ability to shape public perception and drive consumer demand through compelling visual storytelling.
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