Lot 211
Exceptional Collection of 500+ Early 20th Century, Hand Tinted Cuban Cigar/Cigarette Photo Cards in Collectors Album, "Flor El Todo". Very impressive collection of 500+ hand tinted photo cards from Cuba dating to the early 20th Century. These were premiums that cigar companies rewarded their buyers with--a small gift with purchase. They became popular to collect at the time as was the case in America with their own versions. Companies then began providing albums for their collections.
But the US never produced premiums on the level that were produced in Cuba. High gloss 2¼ x 1¾" photo cards this collection which include women being courted, some adorable children, but the great bulk of women in costumes, dressed in their finest in big hats, and/or some in teasing, refreshingly risqué poses. Also a fascinating look at how the ideals of feminine beauty have changed……dramatically. Cards are in a fine of condition as any collector could want all having been tipped into the pages instead of with adhesive. Very few duplicates. Cover of album has detached but present. Very nice pieces here. Estimated Value $600 - UP
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