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European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473603)
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European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473603)
473602 European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473603) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes and tobacco to troops during World War I was considered an essential morale booster and General Pershing stated that a cigarette played a role as important as ammunition by helping soldiers to endure the tedium of war, steady nerves and calm the wounded. These unusually vivacious cards would have provided additional cheer. Dancing girls from Belgium, England, France, Greece, Holland, Ireland, Italy and Norway; from a series of Dancing Girls of the World, produced as cigarette cards by W.D. & H.O. Wills Scissors cigarettes;
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 23161606
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1914 18 Ballet Ballet Shoes Boost Booster Celebrating Cigarette Card Concert Courage Eire Encouragement Happy Joie De Vivre Lively Moral Morale Norway Norwegian Pirouette Publicity Representing Tutu Union Jack Vintage Card Vivacious Whimsical Whimsy World War Great War Shillelagh Symbols Traditional Costume
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This vibrant and lively print captures the essence of European dancers from the early 20th century. These cigarette cards, produced during World War I, served as a morale booster for troops in need of respite from the tedium and hardships of war. General Pershing himself recognized the importance of cigarettes in boosting soldiers' spirits, comparing them to ammunition. The dancing girls featured on these cards hail from various European countries including Belgium, England, France, Greece, Holland, Ireland, Italy, and Norway. Each dancer represents their nation's unique culture through traditional costumes and symbolic accessories like bonnets and shillelaghs. The joyous celebration depicted here showcases the joie de vivre that transcends borders. These whimsical images would have undoubtedly brought smiles to weary soldiers' faces as they imagined themselves immersed in these festive scenes. The male-female dance couples exude courage and encouragement amidst a backdrop of unity symbolized by flags such as the Union Jack. The vintage charm emanating from this print transports us back to an era when simple pleasures like dancing provided solace during times of great turmoil. It serves as a reminder that even in dark times there is always room for happiness and celebration within communities worldwide.
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