With its product discretely located on the lower left, this early 20th century Shanghai poster for Hatamen cigarettes uses a dramatically rendered image to capture the attention of the public. Printed in the 1930s, the lithographed poster demonstrates the rise of Western-style advertising methods, mixing traditional themes with lushly illustrated and narrative-based themes. In this evocative image, two women, their attention focused on a book, enter a room containing an altar table laden with smoking incense, auspicious plants, and other offerings. The impending dark visible through the doorway and the breeze that stirs their garments add a sense of mystery to the scene.
Minor water damage and creasing.
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Dimensions:Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 0.125 in (3.18 mm)
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Style:Art Deco(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Paper
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Place of Origin:China
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Period:Early 20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:c. 1935
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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Reference Number:Seller: POS030Seller: LU820014285171
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