Unidentified photographer
1904-1907
Margaret Fraser - advertising Ogden's Guinea Gold Cigarettes. New Series I, No 80

Advertising card
Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museums
Object number: ABDMS086451
 
The Ogden's Guinea Gold Cigarettes 'New Series I' advertising cards featuring actors and actresses were published between 1904 and 1907. These cards are part of a broader series of photographic cigarette cards issued by Ogden's, a British tobacco company, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
 
The Guinea Gold series is notable for its high-quality black-and-white photographic images, often depicting prominent figures of the era, including actors, actresses, military personnel, and other celebrities. The 'New Series I' subset specifically focused on theatrical personalities and was part of Ogden's effort to capitalize on the popularity of stage performers at the time.
 
These cards were distributed as promotional items within cigarette packets, serving both as collectibles and as a marketing tool to encourage brand loyalty among consumers. The practice of including such cards was common among tobacco companies during this period, reflecting the intersection of commerce, popular culture, and the emerging field of photography.
 
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