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Nicholsons Ltd Advertisement Illustration
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Nicholsons Ltd Advertisement Illustration
An advertisement illustration for Nicholsons Ltd. portraying two pipe smoking friends sat at a bar, enjoying each other's company, with a drink in hand. Date: circa 1939
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Media ID 32264974
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Annual Buyers Enjoying Friends Guide Nicholsons Pipe Portraying Squire
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This advertisement illustration, hailing from the golden era of the 1930s, showcases the camaraderie and simple pleasures of two pipe-smoking friends at a cozy bar. Circa 1939, this charming piece of advertising art was likely featured in an annual buyers' guide or similar publication, published by the esteemed Nicholsons Ltd. The illustration exudes an aura of conviviality and relaxation, as the two friends, deep in conversation, share a moment of companionship over their drinks. The warm, inviting glow of the bar and the soft, smoky haze emanating from their pipes add to the cozy atmosphere. Their attire, reminiscent of the fashion trends of the 1930s, further cements the era in which this scene is set. The illustration, part of the vast and intriguing March of the Women Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the advertising art of the time. It masterfully employs a sense of nostalgia and longing, inviting the viewer to imagine themselves in the same scene, sharing a moment of respite and enjoyment with a cherished friend. This piece of art stands as a reminder of a bygone era, where the simple act of sharing a drink and a conversation could bring people together in a way that transcended time.
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