Framed Antique Fox Hunt Cigarette Card c. 1938, Huntsman to the Belvoir Hounds

authentic, antique cigarette cards set in custom double mats and a new frame (with glass).

external dimensions of frame are 6.25" x 6.25". sawtooth hanger on back for wall hanging.

introduced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a marketing tool by cigarette manufacturers to boost brand loyalty, these small cards featured a wide range of subjects, including sports figures, actors, and animals. they quickly became a hit amongst collectors, with the goal being to acquire every card in a set.

this particular set was produced by Player's Cigarettes in 1938, titled "Old Hunting Prints". this series of 25 cards featured colorful illustrations of traditional hunting scenes, capturing the charm and excitement of fox hunting, stag hunting, and coursing. each card included a detailed description on the reverse, providing historical and cultural context to the depicted scenes, making them a popular collectible item of the era.