Capture the nostalgic charm of Victorian-era ephemera with this framed set of Sasparella advertising cards. Document the enduring appeal of 19th-century trade art through these mid-century reproductions, an intentional pair that brings a storied energy to a nursery or cottage-style gallery wall.
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Measurements: 10.75" x 7.5"
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Decade: 1970s
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Condition: Very good; small scuffs on frames
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Material: Wood and Glass
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Features: Set of two, four unique illustrations, double-matted windows, traditional wood frames
Anchor a domestic space with this intentional find, which illustrates idealized scenes of childhood innocence and loyal pets in vibrant pastoral landscapes. The rich wood grain of the frames provides a sharp, traditional contrast against the cream matting and the colorful lithograph-style artwork. These pieces celebrate the history of "patent medicines" and the whimsical marketing used to promote tonics like sarsaparilla during the Victorian age. As a professional selection for a collector of vintage advertising or a unique gift for a lover of classic Americana, this set preserves the gentle, whimsical spirit of a bygone era. This set is vintage, approximately 50 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.