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Roll Call Cigarettes and Tobacco, 1921
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Roll Call Cigarettes and Tobacco, 1921
Players Roll Call cigarettes and tobacco rectangular, convex counter card. The background is black with a narrow red, gold and green, art-deco style border. Top centre is the head and shoulders of an officer wearing an elaborate hat with gold braid and a large feather plume. He is wearing a red tunic with gold braid and fur trim. He has a handle-bar moustache and is smoking a long-stemmed clay pipe. The text on the card reads " PLAYERs // " ROLL CALL" // TOBACCO and // CIGARETTES // John Player & Sons, // Nottingham." On the reverse is a hanging loop and a support to allow the card to stand upright. There is a label which reads " MARDONS // WINDOW NOVELTIES // EMBOSSED SHOWCARDS / &C, &C // VARNISHERS // GELATINERS & FRAME MAKERS // BRISTOL & LONDON."
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This print from 1921 showcases a rectangular, convex counter card for Roll Call Cigarettes and Tobacco by John Player & Sons, based in Nottingham. The striking black background is adorned with an elegant art-deco style border in red, gold, and green. Positioned at the top center of the card is the head and shoulders of a distinguished officer donning an elaborate hat embellished with gold braid and a magnificent feather plume. The officer exudes authority as he sports a vibrant red tunic accentuated with opulent gold braid and fur trim. His handle-bar mustache adds to his commanding presence while he leisurely indulges in smoking a long-stemmed clay pipe. The text on the card proudly displays "PLAYERs // ROLL CALL" alongside "TOBACCO and // CIGARETTES" emphasizing the brand's association with John Player & Sons. On the reverse side of this remarkable piece, we find practical features such as a hanging loop for display purposes along with support that allows it to stand upright independently. Additionally, there is an accompanying label from Mardons Window Novelties showcasing their expertise as varnishers, gelatiners & frame makers located in Bristol & London. This photograph immortalizes not only an iconic advertising campaign but also captures elements of military tradition through its uniformed officer reminiscent of a military band drummer or conductor. It serves as both an artistic representation and historical artifact celebrating Nottingham's rich heritage intertwined with tobacco culture during this
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