1916 Ad Vintage WWI De Reszke Cigarettes British Officers Smoking Rilette Advert

This is an original 1916 World War I era two-color print ad for De Reszke Turkish and American Cigarettes "The Aristocrat of Cigarettes" from J. Millhoff & Co., Ltd., 86 Picacadilly, London.

CONDITION

This 99+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Two-Color
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.25 x 11 inches; 21 x 28 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

The Home Front in Britain during World War I saw many changes -- changes in the role of women, the rationing of goods, food shortages, etc., but everyone "did their bit" to help the war effort. This fascinating collection of advertising from 1915-1918 gives us an historical snapshot of what life was like for the British people during the First World War.

This piece was illustrated by Rilette. Artist signature in print - embedded in image.

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