Show your Tobacco, Candy, Gum, Bread, etc. advertisement pieces

[canjond]

It may fit into an acrylic Wheates box display case. May be an easy way to display and protect it.

[bobfreedman]

Originally Posted by canjond

It may fit into an acrylic Wheates box display case. May be an easy way to display and protect it.

Thanks Jon, I have tried the normal cereal sized box but it does not fit. I am sure I can find something similar online somewhere but I was looking for something a bit more....something

[sphere and ash]

Originally Posted by bobfreedman

Thanks Jon, I have tried the normal cereal sized box but it does not fit. I am sure I can find something similar online somewhere but I was looking for something a bit more....something

You might consider getting a museum mount made for it. If you display it as you would a sculpture, it will emphasize its three-dimensionality, which, in my opinion, is what really makes it special. Viewers should be able to walk around it and appreciate it from multiple angles.

[bobfreedman]

Originally Posted by sphere and ash

You might consider getting a museum mount made for it. If you display it as you would a sculpture, it will emphasize its three-dimensionality, which, in my opinion, is what really makes it special. Viewers should be able to walk around it and appreciate it from multiple angles.

This is perfect Paul, do you happen to have a name of this or a good place to order one?

[sphere and ash]

I’m glad you like the idea, Bob. I’ve always admired the Matty Tuxedo box for its sculptural quality, and thought that treating it like a sculpture was the way to go. I don’t have any specific recommendations for a mount maker. I think there are several makers who could do it very well. They key is to experiment with different angles and see what works best.

[Jobu]

Very nice Bob and Tony! Those are fantastic pieces, especially the Tuxedo.

I am not sure what this is, but it appears to be hand painted and measures 9" x 11". I assume a tobacco store owner made it for the window or the door.

[1880nonsports]

I wouldn't think the sign to be painted by or offered by the store owner. Possibly a jobber but most likely the company itself. Lorillard around since the 1700's and they weren't likely to leave such signage (modest as it is) to the purveyor. I have seen something quite similar - will need time to access the memory :-)

That Tuxedo box is spectacular......

[bobfreedman]

Glad to add this