You are bidding on a classic dollhouse or room box framed artwork, perfect for the 1:12 scale miniature setting. The image is an ~80 Year old cigarette card (a.k.a. tobacco card) issued in 1936 by JOHN PLAYER & SONS (UK), depicting the fox hunt "IN FULL CRY". Unlike modern, computer generated images, these cards are miniature works of art, with a patina and richness that only comes with being in existence for over 80 years. The condition of the card is Very Good and it is framed in a new "antiqued" mahogany wood frame.
The series is titled: OLD HUNTING PRINTS. The image up for auction is No. 2 of 25 the "IN FULL CRY" based on a series of four plates originally engraved and published in 1813. (Please note: picture permanently adhered to frame.)
The back of the card contains a brief history of the original artwork.
Please note: you are bidding on the framed picture only, setting pictures provided for scale and context.
Frame: "Antiqued" Mahogany wood frame.
Dimensions: The outside dimensions are 3 1/2" x 2 5/8" and the inside measures 2 7/8" x 2" approx.
Please, Please, Please, email any questions. This is an adult collectible, not a toy.
Will combine shipping, please ask for a total invoice BEFORE YOU PAY.