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Early 20th Century Butlins Lithograph Advertising Poster

$1,089.48
£795
€927.50
CA$1,492.32
A$1,659.79
CHF 866.69
MX$20,197.84
NOK 11,068.94
SEK 10,380.72
DKK 6,922.26
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About the Item

Early 20th century Butlins lithograph advertising poster A charming, fun, and rare example of a 1940s lithograph advertising poster for Butlins fair. Produced by Willsons, Printers of Leicester. The advert is written in the form of a £5 reward for a lost grey parrot. A clever piece of advertising for its time and would make a great talking point hung on a wall. Size in inches of framed poster: H 37” x W 22” x D 1” Date: 1940 – 50s Material: Paper Origin: United Kingdom Condition: Fair Completely solid in structure, aged surface as shown with a deep natural patina across the paper. With small tears across central section as shown (this does not depict from the decorative look) and light natural discolouring. A rare survivor for sure so please expect age related issues which are shown in the photos provided.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304228109822

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