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Votaries of the Weed No 6 (colour litho)
8660496 Votaries of the Weed No 6 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Votaries of the Weed, No 6. This is a type of man who smokes his cigarette very aggressively, and holds defiantly pronounced opinions relative to the especial brand he patronises-which, needless to say, is the only really smokable brand upon the market! Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards with the title Votaries of the Weed, issued by Gallaher in 1916.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38396830
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Brand Brands Cigaret Cigarette Cigarettes Markets Pipe Smoking Smoker Smokers Smoking Addiction Smoking Cigarette Tobacco Tobacco Box Tobacco Packet Tobacco Product 1900 1910 Years 10 10s 1910 1919 Years 10 10s Years 1910 Years 10 Years Ten
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This vibrant and humorous lithograph print captures the essence of a man who takes his smoking very seriously. Created by Joseph Clayton Clarke (Kyd) in 1916 as part of a set of cigarette cards titled Votaries of the Weed, No 6 depicts a character who smokes his cigarette with great gusto, proudly proclaiming that his chosen brand is the only one worth smoking.
The bold colors and exaggerated features in this artwork bring to life the defiant attitude of this self-proclaimed connoisseur of tobacco. The man's confident stance and intense expression convey his unwavering belief in the superiority of his preferred brand, making him a comical yet relatable figure for anyone familiar with passionate smokers.
As a piece from early 20th-century England, this print offers a glimpse into the cultural attitudes towards smoking during that time. It serves as both an amusing caricature and a historical artifact, shedding light on how tobacco consumption was perceived and marketed in society.
Whether you're an avid smoker or simply appreciate quirky art from bygone eras, Votaries of the Weed No 6 is sure to spark conversation and laughter with its playful depiction of one man's unshakable devotion to his beloved cigarettes.
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