🟩 Matossian Cigarettes – Vintage Egyptian Advertising Poster (Le Caire, Égypte)

Step into the bold world of early 20th-century advertising with this unforgettable Matossian Cigarettes poster from Cairo, Egypt. A striking figure with a deep red-orange face and an oversized emerald green turban exhales thick swirling plumes of smoke, while three prominently placed cigarettes complete the dramatic scene. The hypnotic typography and dark, moody color palette make this a quintessential piece of Art Deco-meets-Orientalist graphic design.

Signed by Leon d’Ylen, a celebrated French poster artist, this print is a rare example of his work for the Egyptian market. It embodies both the elegance and audacity of vintage tobacco advertising at its peak.

🎨 Highlights:

• Product: Cigarettes Matossian
• Location: Le Caire, Égypte (Cairo, Egypt)
• Artist: Leon d’Ylen
• Era: Early-mid 20th century
• Style: Vintage advertising, Art Deco influence, bold caricature illustration
• Medium: Restored tobacco advertising poster

📋 Details:

• Dimensions: Ideal for large-format display
• Perfect for: Vintage poster collectors, tobacco ephemera enthusiasts, Art Deco lovers, world travel décor, eclectic gallery walls
• Display tip: Pairs beautifully with other vintage travel or product posters for a maximalist statement wall

📢 Tagline:
“Cairo cool meets French flair—puff into the past with Matossian.”

🚬 Add a smoky swirl of history to your walls! 💨✨

Experience art that feels silky to the touch with our high-quality, lighter-weight, classic semi-glossy paper:

• Paper Finishing: Semi-glossy, enhances colors with a subtle shine.
• Paper Weight: 170 gsm (65 lb), thickness: 0.19 mm (7.5 mils), sturdy and durable.
• Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified or equivalent for sustainability.
• Available Sizes: 29 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).

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No minimum orders, printed and shipped on demand.