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Empire Nut Brown
Advertisement for Adkins Empire Nut Brown tobacco featuring Bairnsfathers WWI creation, Old Bill
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Bill C1940 Creation Featuring Pipe Smoker Tobacco Trilby
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of piecing together history with our Media Storehouse collection of jigsaw puzzles. Featuring an iconic image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating puzzle showcases the classic advertisement for Adkins Empire Nut Brown tobacco. Join Old Bill, the beloved WWI character created by Bairnsfather, in this nostalgic journey back in time. Engage your mind and creativity as you bring this intricately detailed puzzle to life, piece by piece. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this is more than just a puzzle, it's a trip through time. Experience the joy of completion and the satisfaction of preserving a piece of history with Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles.
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
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This advertisement for Empire Nut Brown tobacco, featuring the iconic character Old Bill, hails from the early 1940s and showcases a bygone era of advertising artistry. The image, created by the renowned illustrator Bairnsfather, is a testament to the power of visual storytelling in marketing. Old Bill, a beloved character created by British satirical cartoonist Bruce Bairnsfather during World War I, is depicted here in his signature trilby hat and pipe, surrounded by a cloud of rich, brown smoke. The tobacco brand's name, "Empire Nut Brown," is prominently displayed above Old Bill's head, while the tagline "The Smoke that's Good to the Last Drop" encircles the image. The advertisement's historical context is evident in the somber, wartime backdrop, with a barren, bombed-out landscape visible in the background. Despite the grim surroundings, Old Bill remains undeterred, his expression calm and content as he enjoys his pipe. This image not only promotes the tobacco product but also serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the British people during wartime. The use of Old Bill as a brand ambassador for Empire Nut Brown tobacco adds an element of nostalgia and familiarity, making the advertisement all the more effective. The intricate details of Old Bill's uniform, pipe, and hat, as well as the textured, shadowy background, add depth and visual interest to the image. Overall, this advertisement is a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the creative ways in which tobacco companies marketed their products during the early 20th century.
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