{"product_id":"ancien-buvard-publicitaire-tissgar-boussac-illustration-vintage-annees-50","title":"Old TISSGAR Boussac advertising blotter vintage 50s illustration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis document is an old advertising blotter, illustrated on its visible side. It is an advertisement for TISSGAR handkerchiefs, made of fabric guaranteed by Boussac. The blotter features graphics typical of the 1950s, both in the drawing style and the typography used. The scene features three characters (two women and one man), each wiping their tears with a checkered handkerchief, in a humorous and expressive style. The main colors are black, blue, red and touches of beige, on a cream background slightly aged by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper left part features the handwritten phrase \"it's a pleasure to cry into a pretty handkerchief...\", while the center highlights the name \"TISSGAR\" in black capital letters, underlined to reinforce the brand's visibility. Below, the mention \"Boussac guaranteed fabric\" attests to the origin of the textile, a notable reference in the household linen sector of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper right corner features the mention \"FOR SALE\", as well as a legible commercial stamp: \"ROUMIGUAY, 21 bis Cours de l'ALBERT, GAP\", confirming its distribution in France. At the bottom left, the word \"BUVARD\" (blotter) is printed vertically, specifying the function of this advertising object, used at the time to absorb ink when writing with a pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface shows a slight patina, traces of handling and some signs of wear, particularly at the corners, which gives this blotter an authentic charm and highlights its period character. No reverse or back is visible in the photo, so the analysis focuses solely on the illustrated side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The blotter shows traces of use, fold marks and slight wear on the surface, typical of old paper items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Advertising blotters were commonly used in the mid-20th century as promotional materials, distributed in stationery shops or by merchants. The Boussac company, founded by Marcel Boussac, was one of the biggest names in French textiles and a renowned supplier for the quality of its fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in antique and advertising items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique advertising blotter, Tissgar, Boussac, vintage advertising, fabric handkerchief, 50s advertisement, retro illustration, paper advertisement, French advertising blotter, illustrated blotter, old handkerchief blotter, vintage desk decor\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255495119175,"sku":"50569-36c2b4af-f480-404b-8a52-3fa3ec63aa46-PA0.47","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_bbb8ffae-3f8c-4728-b6ee-d6a59fb61cd4.jpg?v=1782765303","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancien-buvard-publicitaire-tissgar-boussac-illustration-vintage-annees-50","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}