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Poster Print : Kensitas cigarettes advertisement, 1953
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Kensitas cigarettes advertisement, 1953
Advertisement for Kensitas cigarettes showing a domestic scene where a man, engaged in the masculine task of hanging a picture, is offered a Kensitas cigarette to steady his nerves. Date: 1953
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Adverts Amusing Chore Chores Cigarettes Hanging Husband Jobs Kensitas Kitsch Ladder Smoker Step Task Tasks Handy Man Masculine
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Kensitas Cigarettes poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating advertisement, originally published in 1953, depicts a domestic scene where a man, deeply engrossed in the masculine task of hanging a picture, is offered a calming Kensitas cigarette to steady his nerves. This beautifully preserved piece of advertising history is brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online and is now available as a high-quality poster print. Add an authentic touch of mid-century charm to your home or office decor with this unique and intriguing piece from the past.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Charming Scene from the 1950s: A Man's Masculine Task Interrupted by the Offer of a Kensitas Cigarette This delightful black-and-white photograph, hailing from the golden age of advertising in 1953, captures a charming and amusing moment in a domestic setting. The scene unfolds as a man, dressed in a collared shirt and trousers, is engaged in a quintessentially masculine task: hanging a picture on the wall. With a ladder in hand and a determined look on his face, he leans against the wall, adjusting the position of the artwork to ensure a perfect fit. Just as he takes a step back to assess his handiwork, his wife, dressed in an apron and holding a tray of freshly brewed coffee and Kensitas cigarettes, enters the room. With a knowing smile, she offers him a cigarette, recognizing that the task at hand may require a steady nerve or two. The man gratefully accepts the proffered smoke, taking a moment to appreciate the simple pleasure of a well-earned break. This advertisement, which showcases the Kensitas cigarette brand, perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the 1950s. The era's kitsch aesthetic is on full display, with the warm, inviting colors and the cozy, homely atmosphere. The image also highlights the division of labor between husband and wife, with the man handling the DIY chores and the woman providing refreshments and support. The advertisement's message is clear: Kensitas cigarettes are the perfect companion for any man, even during the most mundane of tasks. As we look back at this image, we can't help but be charmed by the simple pleasures and amusing quirks of the past. The scene is a reminder that even the most ordinary moments in life can be made special with the right company and a good smoke.
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