Lot 37: Allsopp's John Bull Lithographed Advertising Showcard

An Allsopp’s John Bull lithographed tinplate advertising showcard mounted on a textured tan cardboard backing. The cream ground is printed with Allsopp’s in blue lettering above John Bull in red block lettering with black drop-shadows. The central design depicts the personification of John Bull in a beige bowler hat and patriotic cravat holding a glass of amber ale, flanked by the text IN BOTTLE and English Malt & Hops in blue serif lettering. The reverse retains a functional fold-out cardboard strut stand and a knotted hanging cord. A printed maker’s mark along the lower metal edge reads REGINALD CORFIELD LTD LOMBARD ROAD, LONDON, S.W.19.

9.5 inches x 7.5 inches.