1936 Ad Canary Gillette Safety Razor Boston Bugs Baer - ORIGINAL ESQ3

This is an original 1936 black and white print ad for the Gillette Safety Razor Company of Boston, Massachusetts. The ad features an article titled, "Where the Canaries Sing Bass", by the famous comedian and author, "Bugs" Baer. He writes, "An ungrateful child is sharper than a serpent's tooth. But it is dull compared with a Gillette Blade, which is so keen that a giant lightning bug couldn't find its edge even if he had two tails."

CONDITION

This 75+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging in margins. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There is light bleed through showing in this ad.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 12 inches; 11 x 30 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Arthur Bugs Baer, Humor, Shaving, Hygiene, Beauty Vintage Advertising

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