Victory, Cigar Label

This chromolithograph cigar box label transforms commercial packaging into fine decorative art. The "Victory" design features a triumphant Roman gladiator standing in a packed arena, his vanquished opponent at his feet, while spectators cheer from the colosseum stands. The classical imagery perfectly captures the brand's aspirational message of triumph and masculine virtue. The technical execution showcases the pinnacle of American chromolithography: rich crimson reds, luminous gold embossing, and emerald green scrollwork create a jewel-like intensity. Produced by the Consolidated Lithographing Corporation of Brooklyn for W.C. Frutiger & Co., this label exemplifies the extraordinary craftsmanship that elevated everyday tobacco products to objects of visual pleasure. A superb example of turn-of-the-century commercial art, this piece offers collectors a window into an era when opening a cigar box revealed not just tobacco, but a small masterpiece of the lithographer's art. Size: 6.75" x 8.5" Condition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.